Northeast Braces for Potential September Nor'easter and Coastal Flooding

A potential September nor'easter could form off the Carolinas and strengthen as it moves up the coast this weekend, risking coastal flooding and gusty winds (potentially up to 50 mph) across parts of the Northeast. Forecasters outline two main scenarios—one with the storm closer to shore bringing stronger impacts from New Jersey to New England, and another farther offshore with lighter effects—while a full moon and high tides amplify the flood risk.