A powerful nor'easter has caused widespread power outages and travel disruptions in the US Northeast, with up to 80,000 customers without electricity and hundreds of flights canceled. The storm has brought heavy rain, strong winds, and major coastal flooding, leading to warnings of potential major flooding and road closures.
The storm has impacted New York, Boston, and Philadelphia, with New York State Governor Kathy Hochul warning of dangerous conditions near water. The storm is expected to bring up to six inches of rain to Long Island and waves as tall as 20 feet in some areas. Major cultural events have been canceled due to the storm's impact.
The storm has caused significant disruptions, with major airlines issuing travel alerts and transportation officials focusing on wind gusts as the primary concern. The National Weather Service has warned of potential major flooding and road closures, with the storm expected to continue impacting the region through the weekend.