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- 1Weekend storm: nor'easter or hurricane threat for East Coast▼Nor'easter or hurricane? What this weekend's storm means for the DMV and East Coast
Forecasters are tracking a powerful coastal storm expected to hit this weekend, raising questions about whether it will behave like a nor'easter or take on hurricane-like characteristics. The storm could bring strong winds, coastal flooding and heavy rain to the Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia region and along the East Coast. Local outlets are urging residents to monitor updates as the weekend approaches and conditions could change.
- 2Coastal storm damages ADA ramp at Norfolk's Ocean View Park●Coastal storm takes bite of Norfolk’s Ocean View Park ADA ramp
A coastal storm has destroyed part of the ADA-accessible ramp at Ocean View Park in Norfolk, Virginia. The storm, which brought rough surf and flooding to the shoreline, washed away a section of the ramp built to give wheelchair users and others with mobility needs access to the beach. City officials are expected to assess the damage and plan repairs. Residents are discussing the loss of the accessibility feature and the storm's impact on the waterfront park.
- 3Column urges voters to weigh coastal resilience at the ballot●Column: Support for coastal resilience should drive election choices
A column in The Virginian-Pilot argues that backing for coastal resilience should be a deciding factor for voters in upcoming elections. It calls on residents of coastal Virginia to evaluate candidates' commitments to protecting shorelines, flood defenses and communities from rising seas and storm damage before casting their ballots.