A powerful nor’easter with 40 million Americans in its path has finally smashed into the East Coast on Friday night, knocking out power for more than 50,000 and partially suspending commuter trains.
Strong winds have already hit the Tri-State area, with residents experiencing 40mph winds, with gusts up to 60mph. Areas like Long Island and coastal communities could experience higher gusts up to 70mph overnight into Sunday.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani told residents in a statement on Friday to prepare for ‘more rain and stronger winds.’
‘If you’re traveling this weekend, give yourself extra time, check your train, ferry or flight before you head out and stay off low-lying coastal roads around high tide,’ he said in a statement.
‘If you live in a basement apartment, know your way out and be ready to move to a higher floor if conditions become dangerous. Look out for your neighbors.’
At least two Long Island Rail Road lines, Valley Stream and Long Beach, have been affected due to flooding near Island Park, as of Saturday morning, according to PIX 11. Valley Stream is partially suspended, while Long Beach is not running.
Drivers trying to come and go in Ocean City, New Jersey, will also struggle, as the mayor has temporarily closed all the bridges to the area on Saturday morning. The structures were closed to major flooding in the area.
A large tree also fell on a home in Morton, Delaware, causing significant damage to the back of the house.
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