Nor'easter Causes Flooding and Power Outages on Long Island

Nor'easter Impact on Long Island

• ⚠️ A Nor'easter has caused significant flooding and power outages across Long Island, with states of emergency in effect.
• 🌊 Rising waters have threatened neighborhood streets, particularly in flood-prone areas like Freeport.

Freeport and Surrounding Areas

• 💨 The wind, though less strong than earlier, continues to fluctuate, impacting conditions in Freeport.
• 📈 Water levels have been receding but are expected to rise again with another high tide around 12:00 p.m. this afternoon.
• 🏘️ Flooded streets were reported overnight in Lindenhurst at Surf Street and Bay View Avenue West.

Nassau and Suffolk County Conditions

• ⚠️ Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman warned residents to stay off the streets due to flooding and debris.
• 🌳 Dozens of trees were reported down across Nassau County, including one on Belmore Road in East Meadow.
• 🚨 Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency for parts of Nassau and Suffolk Counties, with state workers mobilized for damage response.

Resident Experiences and Warnings

• 🗣️ A resident named Kevin described significant rain and wind, noting that southerly winds kept water away, unlike northerly winds which would cause more flooding.
• 📉 The first high tide was less severe, with less than 4 feet of water and only minor puddles.
• 🚫 Officials urged residents to stay home on Columbus Day due to the dangers of flooding, flying debris, and falling trees.