NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 21, 2026Miami-Dade
Severe storms and potential tornadoes cause flooding and power outages across the Northeast U.S.
Heavy rain and high winds impacted the Northeast United States on Thursday, resulting in flooded roads, stranded motorists in New Jersey, and power outages in Delaware. The storm system also affected coastal areas, including a beach in Long Island.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – EspañolWhy It Matters
Residents in the affected regions face immediate travel disruptions, property damage, and utility service interruptions due to the severe weather event.
Key Facts
- Severe storms and high winds impacted the Northeast United States on Thursday.
- Storms caused damage to a beach in Long Island.
- Motorists were stranded in their vehicles in New Jersey due to flooding.
- Power outages were reported in parts of Delaware's capital.
Who's Mentioned
locationJersey City“Location where 69 people were rescued from flooded vehicles.”locationNassau County“Area where the state of emergency was declared.”locationNew York“Dateline of the news report.”locationAtlantic Beach“Site of potential tornado and significant property damage.”personJames Solomon“Mayor of Jersey City who reported on flood rescues.”locationLong Island“Location of beach storm impact.”locationNew Jersey“Location where motorists were stranded.”personBruce Blakeman“Executive of Nassau County who declared the state of emergency.”organizationDelaware Electric Cooperative“Utility provider reporting power outages.”locationDover“City in Delaware that sustained significant damage from a probable tornado.”other69“Number of people rescued from vehicles in Jersey City.”locationDelaware“Location where power outages occurred.”