Nor'easter Update: NJ State of Emergency, NYC Storm Preparations, and Coastal Flood Warnings

Nor'easter Impact and Preparations

• ⚠️ New Jersey has declared a state of emergency starting tomorrow night at 10 PM in anticipation of the approaching nor'easter.
• 🏙️ New York Governor Hochul is also urging residents to prepare for the storm, with city crews in Red Hook, Brooklyn, actively clearing storm drains to mitigate potential flooding.
• 🏃 Staten Island's half marathon scheduled for Sunday has been cancelled due to the anticipated severe weather.

Storm Forecast and Coastal Concerns

• 🌧️ The nor'easter is expected to bring heavy rain and dangerous winds, along with high waves, starting this weekend.
• 🌊 Coastal flood warnings are in effect for parts of Long Island and the western end of Long Island Sound, with predictions of moderate coastal flooding (1-3 feet inundation) and potential for major flooding in areas like Lindenhurst, Freeport, Atlantic Beach, and Point Lookout.
• 📈 Waves of 8 to 12 feet are expected to impact the coastline for many hours, potentially causing significant erosion.

Wind and Rain Projections

• 💨 A high wind watch is in effect from Sunday afternoon through Monday, with potential wind gusts of 50-60 mph.
• 💧 While lighter rain and drizzle may occur through midday Sunday, the heaviest rain is anticipated late Sunday into Monday. Projections indicate 1-2 inches of rain for the NYC area and 2-4 inches for central and southern New Jersey.
• ⏳ There is a possibility of a slower storm evolution, with the heaviest rain potentially starting later Sunday night or into Monday, but forecasters are continuing to fine-tune these predictions.