NYC/ NJ nor'easter updates, track, timeline and impact

Key Points:

• A powerful nor'easter is impacting the Northeast, affecting over 40 million people and prompting states of emergency in areas including New York City and New Jersey, with the storm expected to stall near Long Island causing heavy rain, strong winds, and high tides.
• New York City has experienced damaging winds up to 55 mph, significant tree damage, and flooding in areas like Jamaica Bay, with heavy rain and flash flooding expected through Sunday morning and wind gusts continuing at 45-55 mph.
• Severe coastal flooding is anticipated along the south shore of Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk counties, with water levels potentially rising up to 3.5 feet above ground, causing dune erosion and localized overwashes; multiple high tide events are expected through Sunday.
• Power outages affect tens of thousands across the tri-state area, with utility crews actively working to restore service amid ongoing high winds, while officials urge residents to avoid travel, move vehicles from flood-prone areas, and stay clear of floodwaters and downed power lines.
• Along the New Jersey and Delaware coasts, heavy surf with 15-18 foot waves is causing severe beach erosion and widespread tidal flooding, while areas like Washington, D.C., and Chesapeake Bay will see mostly dry but breezy conditions due to the storm tracking offshore.