Nor’easter hits US Northeast: New Jersey roads flood as homes take on water and power cuts spread

A powerful nor'easter has been affecting the US Northeast since Saturday, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, significant coastal flooding, and widespread power outages. New Jersey and Delaware are among the areas at greatest risk of flooding. In coastal New Jersey, streets have been flooded, and water has entered some homes, while roads have also been inundated.

Mayor Mike Mangan of Surf City warned that residents should expect water to remain in the streets for an extended period. The storm is expected to cause major coastal flooding during Saturday's high tides, with water levels potentially reaching several feet above normal in vulnerable areas. Over 70,000 customers across the Northeast were without power on Saturday, and strong winds of up to 50 mph have already been recorded, leading to downed trees and further power outages.

The nor'easter is disrupting travel, with over 200 flights cancelled and ferry services disrupted. Forecasters predict the storm will not clear quickly, with rain and strong winds continuing across southern New England, Long Island, New Jersey, Delaware, and the Virginia coast on Saturday. The National Weather Service has urged people in flood-prone coastal areas to prepare accordingly.

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