Where Is the Nor'easter Hitting?

A nor'easter (also northeaster; see below) is a synoptic-scale extratropical cyclone in the western North Atlantic Ocean. The name derives from the direction of the winds that blow from the northeast.

What states are affected by the Nor Easter?

Nor'easters can also bring strong winds, coastal flooding, rough ocean conditions, and blizzards. Major cities, such as Boston, Massachusetts; New York City, New York; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; and Washington, D.C., lie in the path of such storms and are often impacted by these storm events.

Is a Nor Easter a blizzard?

Blizzard is a colloquialism that is often used when there is a significant winter storm. ... A nor'easter is a broad term used for storms that move along the Eastern Seaboard with winds that are typically from the northeast and that blow over coastal areas.