- Coastal protection strategies and preparatory works are underway against sea-level rise on the East Coast.
- Potential coastal impacts from nor'easter.
Nor'easter Impacts Coastal Areas of Long Island, Including Fire Island and Farmingdale
What happened
A nor'easter storm is impacting coastal areas of Long Island, with the worst effects expected to continue into Sunday. The National Weather Service warned of fierce winds, heavy rain, and power outages. Significant coastal flooding is expected in the Great South Bay, western Suffolk County, and the west end of the Peconic Bay in Riverhead. Beaches on the South Fork, including those near Montauk, are also facing major flooding, along with significant beach erosion and washovers on the Fire Island barrier islands.
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Why it matters
The severe weather is causing coastal flooding and erosion in vulnerable areas. The storm is leading to coastal disruptions, which could affect tourism revenue in the region. Furthermore, the event increases the risk of emergency response and repair costs for Suffolk County.
Coastal protection strategies and preparatory works are underway against sea-level rise on the East Coast.
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Who's involved
- Fire IslandA barrier island experiencing coastal flooding, erosion, and washovers.
- FarmingdaleA village situated in a region susceptible to coastal weather events.
- Suffolk CountyA county facing coastal flooding and erosion.
- New YorkThe state involved in partnerships to restore the coastline.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Suffolk CountySpeculative
The county might face increased municipal costs for emergency response and repair due to flooding and erosion.
How this reaches others
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The entities involved
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Fire Island
island in Suffolk County, New York, United States
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Farmingdale
incorporated village on Long Island, within the town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County, New York, United States