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Alert in New York due to Nor’easter: one dead and thousands without electricity

A powerful storm is affecting the Northeast U.S., causing flooding and flight cancellations, with a tragic toll in Brooklyn.

27 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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An intense storm known as Nor’easter is impacting the Northeast United States, causing serious complications in cities such as New York, Boston, and Philadelphia. Meteorologists are warning about the risk of flooding and power outages due to strong winds.

So far, one fatality has been reported in Brooklyn, highlighting the severity of the situation. Additionally, over 80,000 users are without electricity, and significant flight and mass event cancellations have been recorded in the region.

The storm has caused coastal flooding and has affected areas of the Mid-Atlantic. Reports indicate that high winds and heavy rains have left thousands without access to electricity, with over 130,000 customers experiencing outages on Sunday morning.

Authorities have issued warnings about dangerous conditions along the coasts and are urging the public to avoid unnecessary travel. The New York State government has declared a state of emergency due to the weather phenomenon and has urged citizens to stay alert for updates.

The storm's trajectory indicates that it is expected to continue wreaking havoc in the area throughout the weekend, with forecasts for more rain and wind. This phenomenon has triggered a search for a missing swimmer and complicated traffic on flood-affected roads.

Amid this situation, meteorologists from the National Weather Service have noted that conditions could remain favorable for more storms as autumn progresses in the region.

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