Mon Oct 13 03:40:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**
**Nor’easter Slams Mid-Atlantic and Northeast with Flooding and High Winds**
A slow-moving nor’easter is battering the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions, bringing torrential rain, damaging winds, and significant coastal flooding. The storm, which impacted Southeastern states on Sunday, is expected to continue its destructive path through Tuesday, posing a significant threat to coastal communities.
Coastal areas are facing the brunt of the storm, with Delaware, southern New Jersey, and the Virginia Tidewater particularly vulnerable. Forecasters are warning of significant coastal flooding, potentially inundating waterfront properties and causing severe beach erosion. Wind gusts are expected to reach up to 60 mph along the coast and 40 mph inland.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency for New York City, Long Island, and Westchester County. Utility companies have deployed over 7,100 workers statewide to address potential power outages. As of Sunday night, approximately 4,200 customers in New York and 3,800 in New Jersey were already without power. The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services warned residents to prepare for potential power outages.
New Jersey declared a state of emergency late Saturday, which will remain in effect until late Monday. NJ Transit has suspended parts of its rail service due to the anticipated heavy rain and winds. Videos from Avalon, New Jersey, show large waves overflowing the Townsends Inlet Bridge and submerged streets.
The storm has already caused significant disruptions. In Georgetown, South Carolina, a main street was flooded by Sunday morning. In North Carolina, the storm revealed the wreckage of a ship that ran aground in 1919. Several schools in Columbus County, North Carolina, announced plans for remote instruction or delayed starts due to the weather.
Residents are bracing for the worst, with many taking precautions to protect their property. In Center Moriches, Long Island, residents were stocking up on supplies to secure their homes against the expected high winds.
The storm is also causing travel disruptions, with several flights canceled or delayed at major airports, including Newark Liberty International, LaGuardia, and Kennedy Airport.
Forecasters predict coastal areas from South Carolina to New England could receive two to five inches of rain, while Washington and Philadelphia are likely to see half an inch to one inch.
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