From ABC7 New York · · 1m
Nor'easter Threats Along East Coast
Rare September nor'easter could hit East Coast this weekend.
In brief
Rare September nor'easter could hit East Coast this weekend. A rare September nor'easter may develop, causing coastal flooding, wind damage, and heavy rain along the East Coast. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
Nor'easter Definition
Nor'easters get their name because the winds over the coastal area are typically from the northeast.
Nor'easter Timing
These storms may occur at any time of year but are most frequent and most violent between September and April.
Nor'easter Impact
Nor'easters nearly always bring precipitation in the form of heavy rain or snow, as well as gale-force winds, rough seas and coastal flooding.
Nor'easter Development
Nor'easters usually develop in the latitudes between Georgia and New Jersey, within 100 miles east or west of the East Coast.
High-Impact Region
The heavily populated region between Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, New York and Boston, known as the "Interstate 95 Corridor", is especially impacted by nor'easters.
Nor'easter Path
These storms progress generally northeastward and typically attain maximum intensity near New England and the Maritime Provinces of Canada.
The one thing
A rare September nor'easter may develop, causing coastal flooding, wind damage, and heavy rain along the East Coast.
