Nor'easter Storm: High Winds and Heavy Rain Impact New York and New Jersey

Nor'easter Storm Overview

• ⚠️ A significant nor'easter storm is impacting the Tri-State Area, bringing high winds and heavy rain from Sunday through Monday night.
• 🚨 New Jersey and New York have issued states of emergency in response to the severe weather conditions.
• 🗓️ The annual Columbus Day parade in New York City has been cancelled due to safety concerns.

Forecast and Storm Duration

• 💨 The worst of the storm is expected between 1:00 AM and lunchtime on Monday, with advisories in place until 8 PM Monday.
• 🌊 This is primarily a coastal storm, with the greatest impacts felt along the coast, including coastal flooding and 8-12 foot wave heights.
• ⏳ The storm is characterized by its duration, with rain and strong winds expected to last through Monday evening, and some lingering rain into Tuesday.

Impacts on the Ground

• 🏘️ Coastal communities from the Jersey Shore to Long Island are experiencing flood waters and downed trees due to high winds.
• 🌊 In Seaside Heights, fierce winds and coastal flooding are major concerns, with powerful waves hitting the shoreline.
• 🌳 In Queens, a large tree collapsed, damaging at least one vehicle and highlighting concerns about the condition of local trees.

Preparedness and Warnings

• 🏠 Residents are advised to be weather aware and prepared for potential power outages.
• 🚗 Officials urge people to stay off the roads if travel is not essential.
• ⛴️ Ferries to Fire Island have been suspended, and residents there are advised to call 911 if they need assistance.

Power Outages

• 💡 As of Sunday night, thousands of customers across the region are experiencing power outages.
• 📊 PSEG Long Island and JCP&L report the highest numbers of customers without power, with thousands affected.