A powerful nor'easter moved through the Philadelphia region on Saturday, September 26, 2026, bringing heavy rain and strong winds that caused extensive flooding along the Jersey Shore. Roadways and neighborhoods reported several feet of water, with the inundation beginning Friday night, September 25.
The weather alert issued for the area remains active through Sunday, September 27, 2026, warning of continued hazardous conditions.
Nor'easters are low‑pressure systems known for delivering intense precipitation, high winds, and coastal flooding to the Mid‑Atlantic and New England coasts, which explains the severe impacts observed on the Jersey Shore.