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4 June 2026

Severe storms wreak havoc across the East Coast

Severe storms have hit the East Coast, causing significant disruptions to daily life.

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The facts

Severe storms impacted the East Coast, affecting millions with heavy rain and wind gusts exceeding 60 mph. Power outages were reported for over 200,000 residents in New York and New Jersey. Major airports, including JFK and LaGuardia, experienced travel delays.

Emergency responses

Local authorities declared states of emergency in affected regions, advising residents to remain indoors. Emergency services are mobilizing to assist those in need and restore power swiftly. The National Weather Service issued warnings for potential severe weather throughout the week.

Author

Anna Innocenti

Anna Innocenti retrieved recordings of the Verona city council for a dossier after a night in the archives; collaborates on breaking coverage with historical analysis and proposes themed columns. Graduate of the Verona campus, participates in local roundtables on urban memory.