What to know about the nor’easter taking shape this weekend

WBUR

Published September 25, 2026 at 12:00 PM EDT

The Northeast is bracing for a rainy weekend, as a storm system threatens coastal flooding, heavy rains and strong winds.

Meteorologist Mark Elliot joins Here & Now for a weather update.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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