Boston, Massachusetts, New England are bracing for coastal flood warning, nor’easter rains and winds, according to the latest weather forecast. There will be strong wind, heavy rains and floods predicted especially for areas in Boston. The maximum impact of the inclement weather will be felt on southeastern parts and coastal areas for Massachusetts throughout the weekend.
An early-season Nor'Easter will rapidly intensify and bring major coastal flooding impacts to the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast Coasts through this weekend. Those in coastal New Enlgand can also expect strong wind gusts and heavy rainfall, National Weather Service reported.
Coastal Flooding, Weather Updates
The combination of persistent, strong onshore winds, high surf, and high astronomical tides will result in moderate to major coastal flooding impacts, especially at high tide, through this weekend. Coastal residents are urged to heed their local National Weather Service forecasts and warnings and follow guidance from local officials.
High surf is expected on many beaches, which will generate strong rip currents, beach erosion and likely property damage.
The storm will bring wind gusts in excess of 45 MPH and potential for scattered power outages for the Mid-Atlantic coast into Friday before the wind and heavy rain threat shifts to New England for this weekend. Heavy rain may lead to inland flooding in southern New England Friday to Sunday.
