Dan Good
A storm system has brought rain and wind to the region, with travel delays expected across the northeast today.
Better bring the umbrella.
A storm system brought gusty wind and heavy rain to the northeast this morning, making for a messy New York City commute - and likely causing travel delays across the region.
A scaffolding collapse shut down a section of Bay Parkway in Brooklyn, while flooding is reported on I-278 East.
The storm also flooded roadways in New Jersey, forcing officials to close lanes on I-287 southbound in Harding Township, Morris County, as well as NJ 35 northbound in Old Bridge Township, Middlesex County.
Officials are urging drivers to slow down on bridges due to the high winds.
According to weather.com, rain should fall until the early afternoon, but the wind should continue, likely leading to widespread air delays.
The cold front's potential impacts caused NWS to issue a high wind warning for the region. NWS meteorologists expect wind gusts in the city to reach up to 55 miles per hour tonight. There's even a chance for snow.
The storm should drop temperatures into the 20s during the next few days, worrisome cold for city residents and Christmas travelers.
Newark Liberty International Airport officials issued a weather statement this morning stating that travel disruptions are likely - and urging travelers to contact their airline to check on flight statuses.
The same storm system dumped more than a foot of snow on parts of the midwest.
AP
The storm system is seen on a NOAA satellite image.
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