A powerful nor'easter is bringing torrential rain, coastal flooding, and major power outages to millions along the US East Coast.
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A powerful nor'easter is impacting the US East Coast, bringing torrential rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding. The storm has caused major power outages and led to the cancellation of flights, concerts, and sporting events.
Flood warnings are in effect for millions of people, per ABC News. CBS News reports that tens of millions are in the storm's path.
In international relations, a Taipei official stated that the US 'very much' understands Taiwan's defence needs, according to Reuters.
Domestically, the US government is set to finalize sharply lower vehicle fuel economy standards, Reuters reports. In sports, world champions Spain defeated England in a Nations League match held at Wembley.
Authorities will continue to monitor the nor'easter's path and assess damage as the storm moves up the coast.
Sources: 1. CBS News: Nor'easter brings heavy flooding, major power outages to the East Coast — https://www.cbsnews.com/news/east-coast-noreaster-severe-flooding-winds-evacuations/ (src1) 2. ABC News: Nor'easter brings strong winds, coastal flooding and high waves to East Coast — https://abcnews.com/US/noreaster-brings-strong-winds-coastal-flooding-high-waves/story?id=136777903 (src2) 3.