California hit by historic storm, Biden vows aid

California residents faced a historic deluge of rain on Monday from a second atmospheric river in four days. The storm claimed three lives in Northern California, all from falling trees.

Over 120 mudslides and 25 structural damages were reported.

As the storm battered the state, it left half a million Californians without power.

Despite easing rain, authorities warned against venturing outdoors due to hazardous conditions like downed trees and sinkholes and asked people to stay away from swollen rivers.

The intense storm brought winds exceeding 100 miles per hour in some areas, prompting Governor Gavin Newsom to declare a state of emergency in eight counties.

President Joe Biden promised aid to California during a phone call with Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, vowing assistance in recovery efforts.

Meteorologists caution that saturated ground remains vulnerable to further landslides, emphasizing the need for continued caution.