Severe storm impacts US northeast coast

A powerful storm system is currently impacting the northeastern United States, bringing heavy rainfall and high winds that threaten over 40 million people. Stretching from New Jersey to Massachusetts, the weather event has caused significant disruptions, including the cancellation of hundreds of flights and major cultural events like the Global Citizen festival in New York and the Oceans Calling festival in Maryland. Ed Sheeran’s concerts near Boston were also called off due to the severe conditions.

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued urgent warnings for significant flooding, particularly in low-lying coastal areas. As of September 26, poweroutage.com reported that more than 75,000 homes and businesses across four states have lost electricity. New York Governor Kathy Hochul has urged residents on Long Island and in New York City to prepare for worsening conditions as the storm progresses. With wind gusts expected to exceed 100 km/h in parts of New England, authorities continue to monitor the situation, warning travelers to check flight statuses frequently as the region braces for further impacts over the next three days.