Nor’easter to Bring Coastal Flooding to Massachusetts
Nor’easter to Bring Coastal Flooding to Massachusetts
US · Published Sep 25, 2026
• A powerful fall nor’easter is set to impact Massachusetts starting Friday, September 25, and continuing through the weekend.
• The storm is expected to bring hazardous coastal conditions, including strong winds, heavy rain, and significant beach erosion.

Impact & Risks

The nor’easter poses significant risks to coastal areas of Massachusetts, including flooding, beach erosion, and dangerous surf conditions. Coastal flooding during high tide cycles could lead to up to one foot of inundation in vulnerable areas. Winds along the coast are expected to reach sustained speeds of 15 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, and even 60 mph in Cape Cod and the Islands. Inland areas will face gusts of 30 to 40 mph, with isolated tree damage and scattered power outages possible. While flash flooding is not anticipated, localized road ponding and poor-drainage flooding may occur during heavier rain bands.

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