00:00A powerful nor'easter is strengthening off the East Coast, and it could bring the worst coastal
00:04flooding of the season to two major American cities. Forecasters say the storm will bring
00:09widespread coastal flooding. Heavy rain and strengthening winds starting late Tuesday into
00:14Wednesday. The Chesapeake Bay region, including Norfolk, Virginia, faces the greatest risk of
00:20extensive tidal flooding as the coastal low intensifies offshore. New York City and Boston
00:26should also brace for several inches of rain and gusty winds by late week. Meteorologists say
00:32the storm's final track is still uncertain, with European models pointing to a stronger,
00:37wetter outcome than American forecast models. Coastal residents up and down the Northeast
00:42are being urged to prepare now for possible flooding, beach erosion and travel disruptions
00:47as the system closes in. Disclosure, this video contains stock footage and content created or
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