East Coast Prepares for Nor'easter with Wind, Rain, and Flood Warnings

Why it matters locally: The District of Columbia is located on the East Coast and will directly experience the strong winds, heavy rainfall, and potential flooding associated with this nor'easter. The Executive Office of the Mayor and District of Columbia Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department (DC FEMS) - Non-Emergency will be engaged in preparedness and response efforts.

Millions of people along the East Coast are under warnings as a nor'easter approaches the region. Forecasters predict strong winds, heavy rainfall, and flooding potential with the storm's arrival. Officials have canceled scheduled events in anticipation of the weather. Organizers called off concerts as the storm system developed. Residents on islands near Cape Cod have moved to the mainland. These evacuations occurred in the days leading up to the nor'easter's expected impact.