Deluge and Disaster: Unprecedented Weather Challenges Across the U.S.

Severe weather chaos strikes the U.S. with torrential rains in Southern California causing debris flows, while snowstorms grip the Pacific Northwest, and intruding on daily life across the East. California battles mudslides and flooding, while Oregon faces icy pileups. Evacuations and emergency alerts span the nation as disruptions follow severe storms.

A destructive weather front has wreaked havoc across multiple U.S. regions, with Southern California experiencing intense downpours, resulting in debris flows that have impacted roads and imperiled vehicles. Meanwhile, the Pacific Northwest struggled under heavy snow and ice conditions that have caused major vehicle pileups and severe traffic incidents.

The combination of rain and melted snow has led to flash flooding and landslides in California's burnt areas, forcing emergency evacuations and road blockages. The extreme weather conditions also swept through the eastern U.S., contributing to fatal crashes and widespread power outages impacting thousands.

High winds and freezing temperatures have compounded safety concerns in affected areas, prompting authorities to issue warnings and set up shelters for displaced residents. Across the affected areas, efforts are underway to mitigate the destruction and provide assistance to communities enduring the severe weather impacts.

(With inputs from agencies.)