New York and New Jersey declare emergency over powerful nor’easter storm
States of emergency were declared in New York and New Jersey as a nor'easter storm brings coastal flooding and severe weather to the northeastern United States this weekend.
Emergency declarations issued for two states
Officials in New York and New Jersey have activated emergency protocols due to the approaching system. The National Weather Service warns that dangerous coastal flooding and strong winds will hit areas including New York City and Boston on Saturday.
Widespread power outages disrupt households
Nearly 150,000 households have already lost electricity as the storm causes widespread blackouts. Poweroutageus reports that the outage count continues to rise while residents seek shelter from the heavy rainfall and high winds.
Travel chaos affects flights and events
More than 1,100 flights have been delayed and an additional 400 grounded according to FlightAware data. Major concerts and stadium events were cancelled because of the dangerous travel conditions forecast for the region.
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