Nor'easter batters Mid-Atlantic coast with 50 mph winds and coastal floods
A nor'easter is hitting the Mid-Atlantic coast. It's bringing sustained winds of 25 to 35 mph and gusts over 50 mph.
Large breaking waves are hitting piers along the Mid-Atlantic coast on Tuesday. Sustained winds of 25 to 35 mph are blowing from North Carolina to Massachusetts.
Gusts are reaching 50 mph in some areas. Coastal flood alerts remain in effect on Tuesday in Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina and Delaware.
Some are in effect through Thursday. Minor to moderate flooding is expected, especially at high tide.
Beach erosion threatens some coastal communities from North Carolina to New Jersey. Ocean levels are rising 1 to 3 feet above normal.
Mandatory evacuation orders are in place on Hatteras Island in North Carolina. Ocean overwash forced Highway 12 to close.
Why it mattersNor'easters bring coastal hazards. This storm is causing major beach erosion and flooding along a heavily populated coastline.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect yet. The nor'easter is confined to the US Mid-Atlantic region and poses no threat to Australian territories or interests.
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