The East Coast storm that spanned from the Carolinas to New England caused an estimated $3 billion in damage and economic loss, according to AccuWeather.
Widespread coastal flooding was reported with more than 11 inches of rain in a 72-hour timeframe in Georgetown and Pawleys Island, S.C.
Storm surge above three feet was reported in Virginia, New Jersey, Delaware and New York. Wind gusts more than 60 miles per hour were reported in four states.
Three deaths were attributed to the nor’easter. On Sunday, a woman was killed in Brooklyn after being hit by debris; and on Monday, a small plane crashed in Massachusetts.
The tropical rain and wind storm led to saltwater inundation and beach erosion, as well as travel and business disruptions for people and businesses. Thousands of flights and transit services were delayed or cancelled. Many outdoor events were cancelled including the New York City Columbus Day Parade.
“This was a dangerous and disruptive storm that impacted popular beach towns during a busy holiday weekend. The timing of this storm moving up the coast during some of the highest astronomical tides of the year significantly amplified the impacts,” said Jonathan Porter, AccuWeather chief meteorologist.
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The preliminary estimate accounts for damage to homes and businesses, disruptions to commerce and supply chain logistics, tourism losses, travel delays and more.
The storm brought the most widespread impact of any storm this hurricane season on the East Coast.
On Tuesday afternoon, AccuWeather reduced its forecast to around six hurricanes expected this season. Four hurricanes have formed in the Atlantic basin so far this year.
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Crystal Graham
