Federal forecasters have warned nearly 40 million people across a broad stretch of the East Coast—from Washington, D.C., to Connecticut—of potential flooding as a powerful line of thunderstorms moves through the region. The alerts, issued late Saturday, highlight the risk of heavy rainfall overwhelming drainage systems and rivers, prompting authorities to urge residents to stay vigilant. With flash flooding possible in urban and low-lying areas, officials are advising drivers to avoid flooded roads and prepare for possible travel disruptions. The storm system is expected to bring intense downpours, raising concerns about localized flooding in multiple states.
Federal forecasters issued flood alerts for 39 million people late Saturday into Sunday as a line of thunderstorms developed from Washington, D.C., to New Haven, Connecticut.
