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Cold front could lead to severe coastal flooding

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The cold front that brought rain across much of the East Coast from Oct. 7-8 hasn't disappeared. Instead, it's expected to combine with a developing tropical wind and rainstorm off the coast of Florida.

Breakdown
  • Gusts of wind between 40 and 60 mph are expected along the southeastern US coast.
  • The cold front will bring thunderstorms and rain, stalling briefly before moving north. 45s
  • The storm system is forecast to develop off the coast of Florida and move toward the Atlantic. 1m 28s
  • Coastal flooding is expected to be the most significant impact, with 1 to 3 feet of storm surge in many areas and up to 6 feet possible in some locations. 1m 42s
  • Residents are urged to prepare for power outages, heavy rainfall, and flooding. 2m 9s
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