What’s the latest forecast?
The slow-moving, strong storm system is expected to affect the region through Sunday.
The storm is forecast to track inland Sunday morning between Long Beach Island and Sandy Hook, New Jersey.
Light rain is expected throughout the region on Saturday, with heavier precipitation beginning Saturday afternoon and lasting into Sunday morning.
Weather alerts, watches and advisories
According to the National Weather Service in Mt. Holly, New Jersey, coastal flooding is expected to reach major levels for areas along the New Jersey coast, Delaware coast and central and southern portions of Delaware Bay.
Waves could reach up to 12 feet in some areas.
Waves crashing against the shore in Atlantic City, New Jersey, on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, as a nor’easter hits the region. (Emily Neil/WHYY)
Widespread power outages are expected.
A high wind warning is in effect through 6 a.m. Sunday for the Delaware and New Jersey coasts, with wind gusts up to 60 mph. The National Weather Service advises people in these areas to seek shelter and drive slowly with both hands on the wheel if driving is necessary.
A wind advisory is in place for areas inland throughout the Philadelphia region. NWS recommends people bring inside any unsecured outdoor items and be cautious when driving.
A coastal flood warning is in effect through 2 a.m. Sunday for Atlantic and Cape May counties in New Jersey, as well as Kent and Sussex counties in Delaware.
How is travel impacted?
New Jersey
Several roads are closed throughout the state, particularly near the coasts, due to flooding.
The New Jersey Department of Transportation said that Route 72 in Ship Bottom, an Ocean County shore town where some residents were evacuating on foot Friday, is closed in both directions at Shore Avenue.
Follow NJDOT on social media for up-to-the-minute updates.
Delaware
Route 1 from Bethany Beach to Dewey Beach is closed due to flooding, according to the Delaware Department of Transportation.
Follow DelDOT on social media for up-to-the-minute updates.
Amtrak
Amtrak said that select trains along the Northeast Corridor are being canceled or adjusted in response to the storm, including routes between Harrisburg and Philadelphia and on up through Boston.
NJ Transit
Service on NJ Transit’s River Line Light Rail will be suspended between the Cass Street and Florence stations. Riders will be provided substitute bus service.
Other bus and rail services are operating on a regular weekend schedule as of 11 a.m. Saturday.
Riders may monitor the latest NJ Transit service updates online.
PATCO
PATCO is operating on modified schedules through Monday.
Riders are encouraged to sign up for PATCO alerts for service updates.
PHL, EWR and ABE
Travelers should expect delays and possible cancellations at Philadelphia International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and Lehigh Valley International Airport.
Travelers are encouraged to check with their airline for further delays or cancellations that may impact flights.
Editor’s note: This story will be updated throughout the day as weather conditions change.