KILL DEVIL HILLS, N.C. (AP) - From North Carolina to New Jersey, Hurricane Irene's winds and storm surge fell short of the doomsday predictions. But the danger is far from over: With rivers still rising, severe flooding is feared across much of the East Coast over the next few days.
More than 4.5 million homes and businesses along the coast lost power, and at least 14 deaths are blamed on the storm.
With roads impassable because of high water and fallen trees, it could be days before the full extent of the damage is known. But as day broke Sunday, surprisingly light damage was reported in many places, with little more than downed trees and power lines.
At the same time, officials warn of the possibility of extreme flooding as runoff from the storm makes its way into creeks and rivers.
Irene brought 6 inches to a foot of rain to many places along the East Coast.
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