A powerful nor'easter is battering the East Coast with severe flooding and widespread power outages, disrupting daily life and emergency services. High winds and storm surges have overwhelmed coastal areas, forcing evacuations and leaving some communities isolated. Utility companies are scrambling to restore electricity as downed trees and damaged infrastructure compound the challenges. Authorities are urging residents to stay vigilant as the storm continues to intensify.


Nor'easter brings heavy flooding, major power outages to the East Coast  cbsnews.com