Add The New York Post on Google A powerful nor’easter is set to slam parts of the New York City area with coastal flooding and strong winds over the weekend, meteorologists and city officials said Thursday.
The storm is expected to pound parts of eastern Long Island and the Rockaways with high tides and wind gusts up to 60 mph starting Friday afternoon, said Accuweather senior meteorologist Dan Pydynkowski.
Most of New York City, meanwhile, will be hit with heavy rain and wild wind gusts likely up to 40 or 50 mph, he said.
“It’s a significant September nor’easter,” Pydynkowski said. “It’s enough to cause concerns about power outages.”
The worst of the storm is expected to pass by Saturday night, with Sunday forecast to be less windy and rainy, he said.
New Yorkers should prepare for possible temporary blackout and rainfall up to 2 or 3 inches, Pydynkowski said.
“Have a flashlight ready and have your phone charged in case your power goes out for 12 or 18 hours,” he said.
Mayor Mamdani on Thursday urged New Yorkers who live near flood-prone coastal areas to keep an eye on the weather.
“While this storm is expected to pass offshore and keep the heaviest rain east of New York City, New Yorkers should still prepare for gusty winds, rain and coastal flooding this weekend,” Mamdani said in a press release.
“If you live near the coast, move your car to higher ground or away from streets that regularly flood, and secure anything outside that could be picked up by strong winds.”
Emergency management commissioner Christina Farrell also warned residents to secure outdoor furniture and other items to prepare for the storm.
“Winds will pick up late Friday, so bring in or tie down anything outside before then, and if you’re traveling this weekend, allow extra time and watch for ponding on roads,” she said.
“Never drive or walk through floodwater, and never go around traffic barricades. We’re working with the National Weather Service and our partner agencies every day, and we’ll keep New Yorkers updated,” she added.
A high risk of rip currents at city beaches is also expected to continue through at least Saturday, according to city officials.
