A state of emergency has been declared in New York City, Long Island and Westchester County in New York as a powerful nor’easter that was tearing up the East Coast slammed portions of

According to Jay Engle, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Upton, New York, the city should expect “widespread” minor to moderate coastal flooding of 1.5-2.5 feet; “major flooding” is forecast for Long Island, as of Saturday morning.

A coastal flood warning is in effect for much of the New York and New Jersey coasts, according to the National Weather Service. Cloud coverage has increased in the New York City area as a coastal storm is expected to hit the region on Sunday.

A State of Emergency is declared for eight counties across southern New York until Monday at 6 p.m. Governor Hochul's office said that includes the Bronx, Kings, Nassau, New York, Queens, Richmond, Suffolk and Westchester Counties as well as counties contiguous to those eight.

In addition to winds capable of triggering power outages and enhancing coastal flooding, the storm is expected to produce rainfall amounts of 1-3 inches in and around the city.

The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood warning and wind advisory for New York City, Long Island, and southern Westchester County through at least Monday afternoon. Suburban coastal areas of Long Island could experience flooding, with up to 3 inches of rain and high winds, according to the weather service.

October 13