Nor'easter Brings High Winds, Flooding to East Coast

Why it matters locally: Coastal areas of North Carolina are experiencing high winds and heavy rainfall, leading to localized flooding and power outages impacting residents and businesses along the Outer Banks and other low-lying regions.

A nor'easter moved through the East Coast on Friday, causing power disruptions and bringing significant winds and rain. Thousands of residents across the region experienced power outages as the storm progressed. Weather forecasters indicated that the storm's impact, including strong winds and precipitation, would continue throughout the weekend. The image provided shows John Garrisi and Gaige Graf moving an outdoor table away from the shore during the initial stages of the storm on Friday.