Bomb cyclone in WA leaves widespread damage and fatalities

Bellevue, WALocal News

A bomb cyclone has hit western Washington, leading to widespread destruction and the deaths of two women due to falling trees. In Bellevue, a woman was killed when a tree crashed onto her home during the storm on Tuesday evening. Emergency responders from the Bellevue Fire Department arrived at the scene, confirming the tragic outcome. In Lynnwood, another woman in her 50s perished when a tree fell onto a homeless encampment, highlighting the storm's devastating impact on vulnerable communities. The storm left over 600,000 customers without power and caused extensive property damage across the region.

Local authorities are working diligently to restore power and assist those affected by the storm's aftermath, emphasizing the severity of weather-related incidents and their potential consequences in urban areas.

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