Emergency declared as nor’easter floods New York and New Jersey coasts
States of emergency were declared in New York and New Jersey as a powerful nor'easter storm caused coastal flooding and power outages this weekend.
Widespread power outages reported
Nearly 150,000 households have lost electricity due to the storm. Wind gusts toppled trees on Long Island and damaged utility poles in New York.
Flooding hits low areas
Tidal surges swamped neighborhoods in New Jersey while heavy rain fell from Virginia to Maine. Residents in Sea Bright faced repeated flooding as each high tide brought new water into their homes.
Events cancelled and flights delayed
More than 1,100 flights were delayed and another 400 grounded across the region. Ed Sheeran's Boston concert was among the stadium events called off because of the dangerous weather.
All 3 outlets report consistently
No differences in figures, names or dates across these reports.
- BBC News
- France 24
- The Guardian
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