Event Brief
Nor’easter forecast to bring deadly flooding, hurricane winds
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 24, 2026 at 12:11 PM ET
Summary: Meteorologists warn a destructive nor’easter will slam the Northeast over the weekend, bringing heavy rain and hurricane-force winds. Forecasters cite major coastal flooding, dangerous surf, and strong rip currents, with the storm forming off North Carolina Thursday and coinciding with a full moon that will raise tides.
WHO: Meteorologists and AccuWeather Chief Meteorologist Jon Porter
WHAT: A nor’easter is forecast to bring destructive coastal flooding and hurricane-force winds to the Northeast.
WHEN: Sep 23, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Northeast United States (from North Carolina to Maine)
WHY: The storm is expected to develop off the coast of North Carolina and bring heavy rain and hurricane-force winds, with a full moon contributing to higher tides and coastal flooding.
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