Hurricane Lee Poses Threat to New England and Canada, Watches Issued

Hurricane Lee, currently a Category 2 storm, is approaching Bermuda and is forecasted to impact the Northeast United States and Canada by Friday. Watches for hurricane and tropical storm conditions have been issued for coastal New England and parts of Canada. The storm is expected to make landfall between Maine and Nova Scotia over the weekend, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and the potential for flooding. The size of the storm means that hazards will extend far from the center, and coastal erosion and flooding are a concern.