Nor’easter Triggers Coastal Flooding and Power Outages Across Northeast

Powerful nor'easter causes flooding, power outages, and travel chaos in the Northeast. Check latest updates.

September 27, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — A powerful nor’easter swept along the northeastern U.S. coastline on Saturday, triggering high winds, heavy rain, and dangerous waves that led to widespread power outages and coastal flooding.

The storm affected millions across the mid-Atlantic and New England, with over 100,000 customers losing electricity in the region. Forecasters warned of continued strong winds, high tides, and heavy rain for several days, as the National Weather Service emphasized the ongoing threat.

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In Surf City, New Jersey, water inundated streets and homes, with local business owner Kenny Formica reporting rare water intrusion into his marina, reminiscent of Hurricane Sandy’s impact. Similar conditions were reported in Edgewater, where cars were nearly submerged, while officials in Sea Bright warned of potential flooding up to 6 feet on some streets.

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