Power outages have left thousands across the U.S. East Coast in the dark as severe weather moves through the region, compounding travel disruptions. Coastal New Jersey communities are reporting flooded roads, forcing some residents to navigate impassable streets. Authorities are urging caution as heavy rainfall and potential storm surges heighten risks for drivers and pedestrians alike. The situation underscores the growing challenges posed by extreme weather events along the Atlantic seaboard.


Thousands are without power on the U.S. East Coast, while roads are flooding in some coastal New Jersey communities.