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Introduction to the Nor’easter<\/h2>\n

A nor\u2019easter churned its way up the East Coast on Sunday, with New Jersey declaring a state of emergency and some airports posting delays and cancellations in advance of anticipated coastal flooding, and strong winds, as another storm system struck farther south with heavy rain and flooding.
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\nBy KATHY McCORMACK<\/p>\n

The Storm’s Path and Effects<\/h2>\n

\u201cThe greatest effects are going to be the coastal flooding potential, especially for areas from northeastern North Carolina northward to much of the New Jersey coast,\u201d said meteorologist Bob Oravec with the National Weather Service in College Park, Maryland.
\nHeavy rain also was forecast for southeast New England, the New York City area, and some has fallen in coastal sections of South Carolina, Oravec said.<\/p>\n

Regional Preparations and Warnings<\/h2>\n

In North Carolina\u2019s Outer Banks, an area that\u2019s seen significant storm damage this season, ocean overwash was starting to come across Highway 12 at a motel near Buxton, the Dare County Sheriff\u2019s Office posted online Sunday. The office urged travelers to be cautious and put property owners on alert as high tide approached.
\nAll of New Jersey has been under a state of emergency since Saturday night. It\u2019s expected to last into Monday, authorizing the state\u2019s emergency services personnel to be activated as necessary.<\/p>\n

Expected Weather Conditions<\/h2>\n

Parts of the state are forecast to experience moderate to major coastal flooding, inland flash flooding, winds up to 60 mph (97 kph), up to 5 inches (about 13 centimeters) of rain and high surf, potentially causing beach erosion. Some volunteers were putting sandbags at beaches.
\nThe National Weather Service placed New York City, Long Island and southern Westchester County under a coastal flood warning and wind advisory through at least Monday afternoon. Coastal areas of suburban Long Island could see flooding, with up to 3 inches (about 8 centimeters) of rain and lashing winds expected, the weather service said.
\nWind gusts of more than 30 mph (48 kph) were already being recorded in the region on Sunday morning.<\/p>\n

Utility and Government Response<\/h2>\n

Utilities in the area have added more than 1,600 workers to respond to the storm.
\n\u201cWith high wind warnings and flood risks, staying alert, vigilant and taking steps to prepare is crucial for everyone\u2019s safety,\u201d New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said in a statement.
\nSome flight delays and cancellations were announced in airports from Washington, D.C. to Boston.<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n

The storm was expected to move out by Monday night. As the nor\u2019easter makes its way up the East Coast, residents are advised to stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The declaration of a state of emergency in New Jersey and the preparations underway in other affected areas underscore the potential severity of the storm\u2019s impact.<\/p>\n

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