Severe storm impacts US Northeast with widespread power outages and travel disruptions

A powerful coastal storm is currently battering the northeastern United States, affecting over 40 million residents from New Jersey to Massachusetts. The severe weather system, which arrived in late September 2026, is bringing heavy rainfall, potential flooding, and wind gusts exceeding 100 km/h. Coastal regions across North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and New Jersey have experienced significant flooding since Wednesday. Major urban centers, including New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia, remain directly in the storm's path, with the National Weather Service issuing urgent warnings regarding flood risks in low-lying areas, homes, and businesses.

The storm has caused substantial disruptions to infrastructure and public events. As of late Thursday, poweroutage.com reported that over 75,000 households and businesses across four states were without electricity. The aviation sector has been severely impacted, with the FAA warning of widespread delays and cancellations; reports indicate approximately 400 flights were canceled, particularly affecting Newark Airport and John F. Kennedy Airport. Furthermore, high-profile events including the Global Citizen festival in New York’s Central Park, the Oceans Calling festival in Maryland, and two Ed Sheeran concerts near Boston have been canceled. Authorities urge residents in the affected regions to monitor official channels for updates and prepare for ongoing severe weather conditions over the next three days.