A potent nor'easter is sweeping across the northeastern United States, prompting officials in New York and New Jersey to declare states of emergency. The storm, characterized by heavy rainfall, high winds, and coastal flooding, has impacted millions of residents from Virginia to Maine.
According to the National Weather Service, the region is experiencing dangerous coastal conditions, with the impact of the storm exacerbated by a full moon. Coastal communities in New Jersey, including Surf City and Manasquan, have reported significant flooding in streets and residential areas. In New York, authorities have warned of wind gusts reaching 55mph, which threaten to topple trees and damage power infrastructure.
The storm has caused substantial disruptions to travel and public life. Data from FlightAware indicates that over 2,400 flights have been delayed and nearly 1,200 have been cancelled. Additionally, more than 100,000 households across the Northeast are currently without power, as reported by PowerOutage.us.
Numerous major events have been scrapped for safety reasons. In the Boston area, Ed Sheeran’s concert at Gillette Stadium was cancelled, and the Boston Red Sox rescheduled their game against the Chicago Cubs. In New York, the Global Citizen Festival in Central Park and a professional football match between Red Bull New York and St Louis City SC were also called off.
Local leaders have urged residents to exercise caution. NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani advised citizens to avoid unnecessary travel and warned against walking or driving through floodwaters. Similarly, New Jersey officials have called for residents to remain alert and adhere to local safety guidance.
Source: BBC News
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