Major storm in US north-east knocks out power for 100,000 and floods roads
A powerful nor'easter struck the northeastern United States on September 25, 2026, causing widespread power outages and significant coastal flooding. Approximately 100,000 customers in New Jersey, Massachusetts, Delaware, and New York lost electricity due to high winds and downed trees. The storm also led to the cancellation of flights and concerts, while residents in low-lying areas faced dangerous water levels and property damage.
- ▪About 100,000 customers in the northeastern US were without electricity as the slow-moving storm produced high winds and heavy rains.
- ▪Marina owner Kenny Formica in Surf City, New Jersey, reported that water rose inside his facility, causing a $150,000 boat to blow off its lift.
- ▪Officials in Sea Bright, New Jersey, warned of potential flooding up to 6 feet high, comparing the severity to the 2011 Irene storm.
- ▪Peak wind gusts were expected to reach 60-65 mph on Cape Cod and the islands, while dozens of flights into Boston and nearby airports were canceled.
- ▪National Weather Service meteorologists noted that leaves remaining on trees increased the risk of downed limbs and subsequent power outages.
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People secure lawn furniture as a nor'easter advances on the north-east US on 25 September 2026, in Gloucester, Massachusetts Photograph: Robert F Bukaty/APView image in fullscreenPeople secure lawn furniture as a nor'easter advances on the north-east US on 25 September 2026, in Gloucester, Massachusetts Photograph: Robert F Bukaty/APExtreme weatherMajor storm in US north-east knocks out power for 100,000 and floods roadsResidents across New Jersey, Massachusetts, Delaware and New York without electricity as storm hitsAssociated PressSat 26 Sep 2026 16.34 EDTFirst published on Sat 26 Sep 2026 09.35 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA slow-moving, powerful storm known as a nor’easter crept along the coast of the US north-east on Saturday, producing high winds that knocked out…
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