What is a nor'easter?
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A nor'easter is a coastal storm that brings substantial rainfall, strong winds, and coastal flooding, mainly affecting the US East Coast.
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- Heavy rainfall of three to six inches, with some areas exceeding half a foot, is expected along the East Coast. 3s
- Rainfall will affect both coastal and inland areas, reaching as far west as central Virginia and Scranton. 25s
- The Southeast coast will be the initial area impacted by the storm. 47s
- Flooding risks will extend from the mid-Atlantic northward throughout the storm's duration. 53s
- Coastal communities such as Virginia Beach, Ocean City, the Delaware Bay, and the Chesapeake are at heightened risk, with possible impacts up to New York. 57s
