Powerful storm brings flooding, power outages to northeastern United States

A powerful nor'easter storm has caused significant flooding, power outages, and travel disruptions across the northeastern United States. Authorities have issued emergency warnings as the storm continues to bring high winds and heavy rain to the region.
Why it matters
The storm highlights the increasing vulnerability of infrastructure to extreme weather events and the immediate safety risks posed to residents in affected coastal areas.
Authorities warn residents that extreme conditions could pose risks and urge people to stay away from flooded areas.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info A family carrying personal belongings walks on a flooded street in Wildwood, New Jersey, US, on September 26, 2026, after heavy rain from a nor'easter [Vincent Alban/Reuters] By Al Jazeera Staff , Reuters and The Associated Press Published On 26 Sep 2026 26 Sep 2026 Residents of the northeastern United States are facing a northeaster, a powerful storm commonly known as nor’easter, that has knocked out power and caused flooding across the region.
The New York City Housing Authority said on Saturday one of its employees was killed by a fallen tree in Brooklyn, as the storm battered the city with rain and strong winds.
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