"Northeastern U.S. Braces for Weekend Storms and Flooding"

A powerful weather system is bringing heavy rain and strong winds to the tri-state area, with a flood watch in effect for the New York City metro area and parts of New Jersey. Northern New England is expected to be inundated with snow, with up to 18 inches forecasted in some areas. More than 30 million people from the northern Rockies to New England are under winter alerts, with snowfall expected in the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes regions. The storm could bring the largest snowfall of the season to some areas, leading to hazardous travel conditions.