A 'bomb cyclone' is expected to hit Pacific Northwest. Here is what you should know

A "bomb cyclone" is forecast to bring heavy snow, high winds and life-threatening flooding to the Pacific Northwest in the next few days.

A 'bomb cyclone' is expected to hit Pacific Northwest. Here is what you should know
This satellite image Tuesday shows weather gathering in northern California and the Pacific Northwest.

A "bomb cyclone" is forecast to bring heavy snow, high winds and life-threatening flooding to the Pacific Northwest in the next few days.

(Image credit: NOAA)