Significant Nor’easter Brings High Winds and Heavy Rain to US East Coast
Forecasters say up to 40 million people in multiple US states could be affected by the early season northeasterly storm
TL;DR
- A major nor'easter is expected to impact New England and surrounding areas through the weekend with strong winds, heavy rain, and potential coastal flooding and damage.
- Up to 40 million people could be affected, with forecasts of significant flight cancellations, delays, and difficult driving conditions.
- Three hurricanes, Nolo, Odalys, and Polo, are active in the Pacific, with Nolo threatening Hawaii with catastrophic flooding and mudslides.
- A record-setting El Niño is amplifying severe weather events globally, leading to an unusually active Pacific hurricane season and an unprecedentedly quiet Atlantic season.