Northeast lashed by nor'easter, with rain, wind and flooding
Summary
A nor’easter storm is affecting the U.S. Northeast with heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding from Delaware to Massachusetts. Coastal areas are experiencing flooding during high tides, and inland regions face risks of flash floods from continued rainfall. The storm is expected to weaken and move away by Monday evening.Key Facts
- Heavy rain has fallen from Delaware to Massachusetts, with some places getting 2 to 3 inches or more in 24 hours.
- Coastal areas, including the Jersey Shore and southeastern New England, face minor to moderate flooding during high tides.
- Wind advisories warn of gusts up to 50 mph from the Delmarva Peninsula to central Massachusetts.
- High wind warnings remain for the Jersey Shore and parts of Connecticut, with possible tree and power line damage.
- Inland flooding and flash floods are a concern from New Jersey to eastern Massachusetts due to ongoing heavy rain.
- Flood watches are in effect for eastern Massachusetts and all of Rhode Island until Monday night.
- Total rainfall could reach 5 to 7 inches in parts of southern New England.
- The nor’easter will weaken and move away by late Monday evening, bringing some lingering showers and breezy weather afterward.
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