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NewsABC Action News (WFTS) — NewsAugust 21, 2026Hillsborough

Severe storms cause flooding and property damage across Northeast U.S.

Severe storms and potential tornadoes caused widespread flooding, property damage, and power outages across New York, New Jersey, and Delaware on Thursday. Emergency responders conducted rescues for people trapped in vehicles, and local officials declared states of emergency in affected areas.

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Why It Matters

Residents in the affected regions face immediate risks from flash flooding, property damage, and power outages, requiring adherence to local emergency directives.

Key Facts

  • A possible tornado touched down at Atlantic Beach, Long Island, causing significant damage to the Sun and Surf Beach Club.
  • Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman declared a state of emergency due to storm damage.
  • Emergency crews in Jersey City, New Jersey, rescued 69 people trapped in vehicles due to flash flooding.
  • A likely tornado caused significant damage in Dover, Delaware, including downed power lines and trees.
  • More than 1,000 customers in Delaware experienced power outages, with most restored within a few hours.
  • Flooding forced the closure of the Long Island Expressway in Queens in both directions.
  • No serious injuries or deaths were reported in Nassau County or Dover as of the time of the report.
  • The National Weather Service monitored the area for waterspouts and tornado-like hazards.

Who's Mentioned

locationAtlantic Beach“Site of a possible tornado touchdown.”other1,000“Number of customers who lost power in Delaware.”personBruce Blakeman“Nassau County Executive who declared a state of emergency.”locationDover“City in Delaware impacted by a likely tornado.”other69“Number of people rescued from cars in Jersey City.”personJames Solomon“Mayor of Jersey City who reported on flood rescues.”