Maps Show States To Be Most Impacted by El Niño, Nor'easter, Polar Vortex
Summary
A strong nor’easter storm will hit the U.S. East Coast this weekend, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding. At the same time, a record-strong El Niño and possible polar vortex cold air outbreaks could affect weather across much of the U.S. in the coming months.Key Facts
- A nor’easter is a storm with winds from the northeast, common on the U.S. East Coast from September to April.
- This weekend’s nor’easter may bring wind gusts up to 60 mph on land and 74 mph offshore, similar to a Category 1 hurricane.
- The storm could cause major coastal flooding, beach erosion, and power outages from New Jersey to Massachusetts.
- Some beaches recently repaired will likely need further restoration after this storm.
- The polar vortex is a large area of cold air around the poles that can send Arctic cold south during winter.
- The Great Lakes and Northeast U.S. might experience cold air from the polar vortex this winter.
- El Niño is a climate pattern with warmer Pacific Ocean waters that influences global weather.
- This year’s El Niño is very strong, expected to bring wetter weather to the Southern U.S. and more rain and snow in parts of the West Coast and Northwest.
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