'Significant' Nor'easter Brings High Winds and Heavy Rain to US East Coast

A "significant" nor'easter brought high winds and heavy rain to the US East Coast, with forecasters warning that up to 40 million people across multiple states could be affected, according to The Guardian.

High winds and heavy rain began battering New England as the storm, described as the first of its kind this fall, threatened to disrupt weekend plans for millions of residents.

Separately, in the Pacific Ocean, three hurricanes were active at the same time, according to the report, with one threatening what forecasters called "catastrophic flooding," including life-threatening flash floods, in Hawaii. The report linked the intensity of the storms to a record-setting El Nino pattern that has amplified severe weather events globally this year.

The report did not specify the exact expected duration of the nor'easter or provide a full list of the states forecast to be affected beyond New England.