A strong nor’easter is set to impact the East Coast, bringing flooding, high winds, and heavy rain this weekend from Maine to Washington, D.C. Here are the key points:
- Flight Disruptions: The FAA warns of potential disruptions at New York City airports due to strong winds, prompting airlines like American Airlines, JetBlue, and United to waive change fees.
- Weather Impact: Winds could reach 55 mph, complicating travel and potentially causing basement flooding and power outages in NYC.
- Amtrak Alerts: Passenger railroad services may face interruptions in the Northeast due to the storm.
- Event Cancellations: Major events, including the Global Citizen Festival in Central Park and Ed Sheeran’s concerts, have been canceled. MLB rescheduled weekend games to avoid the storm.
- U.N. General Assembly: The assembly will continue amid the storm, with several world leaders scheduled to speak.
U.N. spokesperson Stephane Dujarric acknowledged the organization’s resilience in facing challenges, both literal and figurative.
