2-25-10 Accucast:

"On top of creating whiteout and blizzard conditions across parts of the Northeast, high winds accompanying a strong nor'easter will be forceful enough to cut power and cause damage to property.


From northeastern Pennsylvania and northwestern New Jersey through much of upstate New York, winds will whip snow around for several hours, lowering visibility to a quarter of a mile, or even less. This will nearly shut down travel through the area.


Strong onshore winds in eastern New England, where mostly rain will fall today, will bring above-normal tides, coastal flooding and beach erosion. Wind gusts could reach up to hurricane force along the coast, while gusts to 60 mph are possible farther inland.


Meanwhile, strong offshore winds south of the storm will lead to lower bay and estuary levels in the mid-Atlantic region."