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Sat, Sept. 3rd, 5:48pm: Tropical Storm Warning Continues, Still Threat of Significant Flooding

Hermine Saturday 5pm NWS

The National Weather Service has continued the Tropical Storm Warning for the Borough of Stone Harbor during its latest briefing on Saturday, September 3rd, at 5:00pm. The Service has continued to forecast the potential for strong gusty winds, occasional rain, beach erosion, rough surf, strong rip currents, and moderate/potential major coastal flooding. This Tropical Storm Warning continues for the Labor Day weekend holiday.

The latest computer models put the storm just offshore of the State of New Jersey with heavy rains and strong winds in the Atlantic Ocean. The forecast continues to show the storm moving away from the East Coast of the United States before taking a slight turn west towards the coastline Sunday night through Tuesday. The current forecast then calls for the storm to continue moving along the coastline to New England by Wednesday into Thursday. Tropical Storm Warnings remain for the entire coast of New Jersey. The weather risks to the Borough include wind gusts Saturday night into Sunday morning approaching 55mph, with additional rainfall expected Sunday through Labor Day Monday.

Hermine Saturday 5pm

There remains a significant threat of coastal flooding to the Borough during times of high tide. The tides of greatest concern remain the high tide events on Sunday evening and again on Monday morning. Visitors to Stone Harbor who plan to relocate to the mainland should consider doing so in between any high tide event when the flood risk is less.

High tide in Stone Harbor occurs at 10:48pm on Saturday; high tide on Sunday occurs at 11:14am and again at 11:25pm, and high tide on Monday will be at 11;53am. Moderate to possibly major coastal flooding is expected at times of high tide on Sunday evening and Monday morning.

Hermine Saturday Monday Tides 5pm

In advance of any flood advisory, watch, or warning, consider moving your vehicle to higher ground. Never park your vehicle on a bridge or traffic island as these are needed for emergency vehicles, including fire trucks. Never attempt to drive your vehicle on any flooded street or through a flooded intersection as this puts you in danger and also creates an unnecessary wake that can damage private property and other vehicles. It is best that you shelter at your property during times of high tide; rising tidal flooding typically subsides within a couple of hours of a high tide along the back bay. If you have an emergency during the storm, please dial 911.

Bathers are not permitted to enter the ocean in Stone Harbor until further notice. Boaters are asked to check on their boats, secure them, and if possible, remove them from slips. Secure all property prone to wind including trash cans, umbrellas, patio furniture, and the like. You can expect intermittent closures of the Townsend’s Inlet Bridge between Avalon and Sea Isle City near times of high tide due to wave over wash on the road leading to the bridge.

Never attempt to move any downed utility wire. If you have a power outage, please report the outage to Atlantic City Electric at 1-800-833-7476. Be sure to have your street address available to report the outage.

Secure any loose outdoor objects including trash cans/lids, umbrellas, patio furniture, and flags.

Residents, property owners, and visitors are encouraged to constantly check www.stoneharboremergency.com for the latest updates, advisories, directions, and information regarding this storm. Updates are also available on Avalon’s AM radio station, 1630AM.

Sat, Sept. 3rd, 5:48pm: Tropical Storm Warning Continues, Still Threat of Significant Flooding2017-04-03T23:23:43-04:00

Sat, Sept. 3rd, 12:13pm: Tropical Storm Warning Continues, Moderate/Major Flooding Possible

Hermine Saturday 11am NWS

The National Weather Service has continued the Tropical Storm Warning for the Borough of Stone Harbor. Our community will continue to experience impacts from Hermine through the Labor Day weekend which will include rain, strong winds, coastal flooding, rip currents, and rough surf. The Stone Harbor Office of Emergency Management participated in a conference call on Saturday morning with the County and State officials regarding this storm.

The 11:00am advisory from the National Weather Service is tracking the storm slightly further out to sea. However, the potential still exists for moderate to major coastal flooding at time of high tide over the next few days, especially during the Sunday evening and Monday morning high tide events. Residents and visitors must remain aware of the forecast and any potential changes especially over the next 48 hours.

The Stone Harbor Office of Emergency Management is asking visitors to consider leaving the Borough of Stone Harbor during the afternoon and early evening hours on Saturday, September 3rd. High tide on the back bay occurs at 10:48pm on Saturday; high tide on Sunday occurs at 11:14am and again at 11:25pm, and high tide on Monday will be at 11:53am. Moderate to potentially major coastal flooding is expected at times of high tide on Sunday and again on Monday. Flooding conditions may worsen on Sunday and Monday. If the storm remains off of our coast for an extended period of time, it may worsen subsequent high tide events over the next few days.

Hermine Saturday 11am Wind Field

In advance of any flood advisory, watch, or warning, consider moving your vehicle to higher ground. Never park your vehicle on a bridge or traffic island. Street flooding may also occur during periods of heavy rainfall. Never attempt to drive your vehicle on any flooded street or through a flooded intersection as this puts you in danger and also creates an unnecessary wake that can damage private property and other vehicles. It is best that you shelter at your property during times of high tide; rising tidal flooding typically subsides within a couple of hours of a high tide along the back bay. If you have an emergency during the storm, please dial 911.

Never attempt to drive on any flooded street for any reason at any time. You endanger yourself, compromise your vehicle with salt water, and create a wake that can damage others’ personal property when you drive through flood waters.

Bathers are not permitted to enter the ocean in Stone Harbor until further notice. Boaters are asked to check on their boats, secure them, and if possible, remove them from slips. Secure all property prone to wind including trash cans, umbrellas, patio furniture, and the like. Avalon Police closed the Townsend’s Inlet Bridge at 10:00am Saturday; intermittent closures of the bridges near high tide events can be expected over the next several days.

Never attempt to move any downed utility wire. If you have a power outage, please report the outage to Atlantic City Electric at 1-800-833-7476. Be sure to have your street address available to report the outage.

Secure any loose outdoor objects including trash cans/lids, umbrellas, patio furniture, and flags. Contractors have been told to secure their active job sites in advance of strong winds.

Residents, property owners, and visitors are encouraged to constantly visit www.stoneharboremergency.com for the latest updates, advisories, directions, and information regarding Tropical Storm Hermine. Advisories are also posted on Channel 97 for Comcast customers, and if possible, listen to Avalon’s AM emergency management radio station, 1630AM.

1022 am EDT Sat Sep 3 2016

… Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect…

* wind
– latest local forecast: equivalent tropical storm force wind
– peak wind forecast: 35-45 mph with gusts to 60 mph
– window for tropical storm force winds: Sunday morning until
Tuesday afternoon

– current threat to life and property: moderate
– the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the
previous assessment.
– Emergency plans should include a reasonable threat for
strong tropical storm force wind of 58 to 73 mph.
– To be safe, earnestly prepare for the potential of
significant wind impacts. Remaining efforts to secure
properties should now be brought to completion.
– Dangerous wind is possible. Failure to adequately shelter
may result in serious injury, or in some cases loss of
life. Move to safe shelter before the wind becomes
hazardous.

– Potential impacts: significant
– some damage to roofing and siding is likely, along with
damage to porches, awnings, carports, and sheds. A few
buildings will experience window, door, and garage door
failures. Mobile homes may be damaged, especially if
unanchored. Unsecured lightweight objects could become
airborne.
– Several large trees may be snapped or uprooted. Several
fences and roadway signs could be blown over.
– Some roads may be impassable from large debris. A few
bridges, causeways, and access routes may be impassable.
– There could be scattered power and communications outages,
but more prevalent in areas with above ground lines.

* Storm surge
– latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible
– peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet
above ground somewhere within surge prone areas
– window of concern: begins this evening

– current threat to life and property: moderate
– the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the
previous assessment.
– Emergency considerations should posture for a reasonable
threat for dangerous storm surge flooding of greater than 3
feet above ground.
– To be safe, evacuees should be located within prescribed
shelters and well away from storm surge flooding capable of
significant impacts.
– Life threatening inundation is possible. Those who failed
to heed evacuation orders risk serious injury or loss of
life.

– Potential impacts: significant
– areas of inundation are possible with storm surge flooding
enhanced by waves. Damage is likely to several buildings,
mainly near the coast.
– Sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads could
become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable
low spots.
– Major beach erosion is expected with heavy surf breaching
dunes. Strong and numerous rip currents are expected.
– Moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers is
anticipated. Several small craft may be broken away from
moorings, especially in unprotected areas.

* Flooding rain
– latest local forecast:
– peak rainfall amounts: 2-4 inches, with locally
higher amounts

– current threat to life and property: elevated
– the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from
the previous assessment.
– Emergency plans should include a reasonable threat for
minor flooding where peak rainfall totals are near amounts
conducive for localized flash flooding and rapid inundation.
– To be safe, prepare for the potential of limited flooding
rain impacts.
– Localized flooding is possible. If flood related watches
and warnings are issued, heed recommended actions.

– Potential impacts: limited
– localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations.
– Rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter
currents. Small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may
become swollen and overflow in spots.
– Flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in
vulnerable spots. Rapid ponding of water may occur at
underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas.
Several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full
and begin to overflow. Some brief Road and bridge closures
are possible.

Sat, Sept. 3rd, 12:13pm: Tropical Storm Warning Continues, Moderate/Major Flooding Possible2017-04-03T23:23:43-04:00

Sat, Sept. 3rd, 11:00am: National Weather Service Briefing on Tropical Storm Hermine

Sat, Sept. 3rd, 11:00am: National Weather Service Briefing on Tropical Storm Hermine2016-09-03T21:50:09-04:00

Sat, Sept. 3rd, 10:06am: Stone Harbor OEM Asks Visitors to Consider Leaving Saturday Between High Tide Events

The Stone Harbor Office of Emergency Management is asking visitors to consider leaving the Borough of Stone Harbor during the afternoon and early evening hours on Saturday, September 3rd. The National Weather Service is calling for the possibility of a “life threatening storm surge” during this event, which is expected to linger off the coast for at least a few days. High tide in Stone Harbor occurs at 10:36am, and again at 10:48pm on Saturday; high tide on Sunday occurs at 11:14am and again at 11:25pm. Moderate to potentially major coastal flooding is expected at times of high tide on Sunday and again on Monday. Weather and flooding conditions may worsen on Sunday and Monday. If the storm remains off of our coast for an extended period of time, it may worsen subsequent high tide events over the next few days.

During significant tidal events in the Borough, driving on some portions of major roadways may be very difficult or impossible. Never attempt to drive on any flooded street for any reason at any time. You endanger yourself, compromise your vehicle with salt water, and create a wake that can damage others’ personal property when you drive through flood waters.

Bathers are not permitted to enter the ocean in Stone Harbor until further notice. Boaters are asked to check on their boats, secure them, and if possible, remove them from slips. Secure all property prone to wind including trash cans, umbrellas, patio furniture, and the like. The Townsend’s Inlet Bridge between Avalon and Sea Isle City was closed at 10:00am due to flooding.

The Stone Harbor Office of Emergency Management will be involved in a meeting with the Cape May County Office of Emergency Management later this morning to obtain further guidance, directions, and anticipated impact from this tropical storm system.

Residents, property owners, and visitors are encouraged to constantly visit www.stoneharboremergency.com for the latest updates, advisories, directions, and information regarding Tropical Storm Hermine.

Sat, Sept. 3rd, 10:06am: Stone Harbor OEM Asks Visitors to Consider Leaving Saturday Between High Tide Events2017-04-03T23:23:43-04:00

Sat, Sept. 3rd, 7:23am: Tropical Storm Warning For Stone Harbor, Storm Draws Near

Hermine Saturday 500am

The National Weather Service has posted a Tropical Storm Warning for the Borough of Stone Harbor through Labor Day weekend. The Service provided its latest advisory to emergency management partners on Saturday, September 3rd, at 5:00am. As of 7:00am, rain was as close as Lewes, Delaware and winds are picking up on the 7 Mile Beach. The effects of Tropical Storm Hermine will be felt in our region starting on Saturday and lasting through Monday. The effects may include strong wind, rain, moderate coastal flooding, rough surf, beach erosion, and strong rip currents along the New Jersey coastline. Rain is expected to develop Saturday morning, and increase in intensity Saturday afternoon through Sunday. Stronger winds are possible Sunday into Sunday evening.

Computer models agree that the storm will move along the southeast coast and likely venture towards the east near the coastline of New Jersey. There is a potential for the storm to stall in the Atlantic Ocean and strengthen to a Category One hurricane which could prolong effects along our beaches, especially regarding rough surf and dangerous rip currents.

Hermine Track Saturday 500am

The Borough may experience minor to moderate coastal flooding at time of high tide especially Saturday evening and during the two high tide events on Sunday. High tide at the Townsend’s Inlet Bridge on Saturday, September 3rd will occur at 10:36am and again at 10:48pm; high tide will occur on Sunday, September 4th at 11:14am and again at 11:25pm. High tide will occur on Monday at 11:53am, and again Tuesday at 12:03am.

In advance of any flood advisory, watch, or warning, consider moving your vehicle to higher ground. Never park your vehicle on a bridge or traffic island. Street flooding may also occur during periods of heavy rainfall. Never attempt to drive your vehicle on any flooded street or through a flooded intersection as this puts you in danger and also creates an unnecessary wake that can damage private property and other vehicles. It is best that you shelter at your property during times of high tide; rising tidal flooding typically subsides within a couple of hours of a high tide along the back bay. If you have an emergency during the storm, please dial 911.

Please obey all instructions provided by the Stone Harbor Beach Patrol. Do not enter the ocean unless you are in the presence of an on-duty lifeguard. Do not enter the ocean before or after guards are on duty. Be aware that rip currents may take swimmers away from the water’s edge very quickly.
Never attempt to move any downed utility wire. If you have a power outage, please report the outage to Atlantic City Electric at 1-800-833-7476. Be sure to have your street address available to report the outage.

Secure any loose outdoor objects including trash cans/lids, umbrellas, patio furniture, and flags. Contractors have been told to secure their active job sites in advance of strong winds.

Stone Harbor will continue to provide alerts on our weather conditions at www.stoneharboremergency.com, Channel 97 for Comcast cable customers and when necessary, our Code Red emergency telephone call system.

Here is the latest advisory from the National Weather Service regarding Tropical Storm Hermine:

… Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect…

* locations affected
– Cape May
– Wildwood

* wind
– latest local forecast: equivalent tropical storm force wind
– peak wind forecast: 35-45 mph with gusts to 60 mph
– window for tropical storm force winds: Sunday morning until
Tuesday afternoon

– current threat to life and property: moderate
– the wind threat has remained nearly steady from the
previous assessment.
– Emergency plans should include a reasonable threat for
strong tropical storm force wind of 58 to 73 mph.
– To be safe, earnestly prepare for the potential of
significant wind impacts. Remaining efforts to secure
properties should now be brought to completion.
– Dangerous wind is possible. Failure to adequately shelter
may result in serious injury, or in some cases loss of
life. Move to safe shelter before the wind becomes
hazardous.

– Potential impacts: significant
– some damage to roofing and siding is likely, along with
damage to porches, awnings, carports, and sheds. A few
buildings will experience window, door, and garage door
failures. Mobile homes may be damaged, especially if
unanchored. Unsecured lightweight objects could become
airborne.
– Several large trees may be snapped or uprooted. Several
fences and roadway signs could be blown over.
– Some roads may be impassable from large debris. A few
bridges, causeways, and access routes may be impassable.
– There could be scattered power and communications outages,
but more prevalent in areas with above ground lines.

* Storm surge
– latest local forecast: life-threatening storm surge possible
– peak storm surge inundation: the potential for 2-4 feet
above ground somewhere within surge prone areas
– window of concern: begins this evening

– current threat to life and property: moderate
– the storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the
previous assessment.
– Emergency considerations should posture for a reasonable
threat for dangerous storm surge flooding of greater than 3
feet above ground.
– To be safe, evacuees should be located within prescribed
shelters and well away from storm surge flooding capable of
significant impacts.
– Life threatening inundation is possible. Those who failed
to heed evacuation orders risk serious injury or loss of
life.

– Potential impacts: significant
– areas of inundation are possible with storm surge flooding
enhanced by waves. Damage is likely to several buildings,
mainly near the coast.
– Sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads could
become weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable
low spots.
– Major beach erosion is expected with heavy surf breaching
dunes. Strong and numerous rip currents are expected.
– Moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers is
anticipated. Several small craft may be broken away from
moorings, especially in unprotected areas.

* Flooding rain
– latest local forecast:
– peak rainfall amounts: 2-4 inches, with locally
higher amounts

– current threat to life and property: elevated
– the flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from
the previous assessment.
– Emergency plans should include a reasonable threat for
minor flooding where peak rainfall totals are near amounts
conducive for localized flash flooding and rapid inundation.
– To be safe, prepare for the potential of limited flooding
rain impacts.
– Localized flooding is possible. If flood related watches
and warnings are issued, heed recommended actions.

– Potential impacts: limited
– localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations.
– Rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter
currents. Small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may
become swollen and overflow in spots.
– Flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in
vulnerable spots. Rapid ponding of water may occur at
underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas.
Several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full
and begin to overflow. Some brief Road and bridge closures
are possible.

Sat, Sept. 3rd, 7:23am: Tropical Storm Warning For Stone Harbor, Storm Draws Near2017-04-03T23:23:43-04:00

Fri, Sept. 2nd, 5:20pm: Tropical Storm Warning Posted for Stone Harbor

Hermine Friday 5pm

The National Weather Service has posted a Tropical Storm Warning for the Borough of Stone Harbor through Labor Day weekend. The Service provided its latest advisory to emergency management partners on Friday, September 2nd, at 5:00pm. The effects of Tropical Storm Hermine will be felt in our region starting on Saturday and lasting through possibly Monday. The effects may include strong wind, rain, the potential for moderate coastal flooding, rough surf, beach erosion, and strong rip currents along the New Jersey coastline. Rain is expected to develop Saturday morning, and increase in intensity Saturday afternoon through Sunday. Stronger winds are possible Sunday into Sunday evening.

Computer models agree that the storm will move along the southeast coast and likely venture towards the east near the coastline of New Jersey. There is a potential for the storm to stall in the Atlantic Ocean and strengthen to a Category One hurricane which could prolong effects along our beaches, especially regarding rough surf and dangerous rip currents.

The Borough may experience minor to moderate coastal flooding at time of high tide especially Saturday evening and during the two high tide events on Sunday. High tide at the Townsend’s Inlet Bridge on Saturday, September 3rd will occur at 10:36am and again at 10:48pm; high tide will occur on Sunday, September 4th at 11:14am and again at 11:25pm. High tide will occur on Monday at 11:53am, and again Tuesday at 12:03am.

In advance of any flood advisory, watch, or warning, consider moving your vehicle to higher ground. Never park your vehicle on a bridge or traffic island. Street flooding may also occur during periods of heavy rainfall. Never attempt to drive your vehicle on any flooded street or through a flooded intersection as this puts you in danger and also creates an unnecessary wake that can damage private property and other vehicles. If you have an emergency during the storm, please dial 911.
Please obey all instructions provided by the Stone Harbor Beach Patrol. Do not enter the ocean unless you are in the presence of an on-duty lifeguard. Do not enter the ocean before or after guards are on duty. Be aware that rip currents may take swimmers away from the water’s edge very quickly.

Never attempt to move any downed utility wire. If you have a power outage, please report the outage to Atlantic City Electric at 1-800-833-7476. Be sure to have your street address available to report the outage.

During periods of windy weather conditions be sure to secure any loose outdoor objects including trash cans/lids, umbrellas, patio furniture, and flags. Contractors have been told to secure their active job sites in advance of strong winds.

Avalon will continue to provide alerts on our weather conditions at www.stoneharboremergency.com, Channel 97 for Comcast cable customers and when necessary, our Code Red emergency telephone call system.

Fri, Sept. 2nd, 5:20pm: Tropical Storm Warning Posted for Stone Harbor2017-04-03T23:23:43-04:00

Fri, Sept. 2nd, 11:40am: Tropical Storm Watch Continues for Stone Harbor

Hermine NWS Friday Sept 2 11am

The National Weather Service has continued the Tropical Storm Watch for the Borough of Stone Harbor through Labor Day weekend. The Service provided its latest advisory to emergency management partners on Friday, September 2nd, at 11:00am. The effects of Tropical Storm Hermine will be felt in our region starting on Saturday and lasting through at least Sunday. The effects may include strong wind, rain, the potential for minor to moderate coastal flooding, rough surf, beach erosion, and strong rip currents along the New Jersey coastline.

Computer models agree that the storm will move along the southeast coast and likely venture towards the east near the coastline of New Jersey. There is a potential for the storm to stall in the Atlantic Ocean which could prolong effects along our beaches, especially regarding rough surf and dangerous rip currents.

The Borough may experience minor to moderate coastal flooding at time of high tide especially Saturday evening and during the two high tide events on Sunday. High tide at the Townsend’s Inlet Bridge on Saturday, September 3rd will occur at 10:36am and again at 10:48pm; high tide will occur on Sunday, September 4th at 11:14am and again at 11:25pm. High tide will occur on Monday at 11:53am, and again Tuesday at 12:03am.

In advance of any flood advisory, watch, or warning, consider moving your vehicle to higher ground. Never park your vehicle on a bridge or traffic island. Street flooding may also occur during periods of heavy rainfall. Never attempt to drive your vehicle on any flooded street or through a flooded intersection as this puts you in danger and also creates an unnecessary wake that can damage private property and other vehicles.

Please obey all instructions provided by the Stone Harbor Beach Patrol. Do not enter the ocean unless you are in the presence of an on-duty lifeguard. Do not enter the ocean before or after guards are on duty. Be aware that rip currents may take swimmers away from the water’s edge very quickly.

Never attempt to move any downed utility wire. If you have a power outage, please report the outage to Atlantic City Electric at 1-800-833-7476. Be sure to have your street address available to report the outage.

During periods of windy weather conditions be sure to secure any loose outdoor objects including trash cans/lids, umbrellas, patio furniture, and flags.

Stone Harbor will continue to provide alerts on our weather conditions at www.stoneharboremergency.com, Channel 97 for Comcast cable customers and when necessary, our Code Red emergency telephone call system.

Fri, Sept. 2nd, 11:40am: Tropical Storm Watch Continues for Stone Harbor2017-04-03T23:23:43-04:00

Friday, September 2nd National Weather Service Advisory on Tropical Storm Hermine

…TROPICAL STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FOR THE COASTAL WATERS OFF OF
NEW JERSEY AND DELAWARE INCLUDING LOWER DELAWARE BAY…

.TROPICAL STORM HERMINE IS FORECAST TO TRACK OFF THE NORTH
CAROLINA COAST SATURDAY AND THEN SLOW DOWN SATURDAY NIGHT INTO
SUNDAY AS IT MOVES OFFSHORE. THE STORM IS FORECAST TO STALL TO
THE EAST OF OUR COASTAL WATERS THROUGH MIDWEEK. THERE IS THE
POTENTIAL FOR TROPICAL STORM-FORCE WINDS ALONG WITH BUILDING SEAS
TO DANGEROUS HEIGHTS OVER THE HOLIDAY WEEKEND AND INTO AT LEAST
EARLY NEXT WEEK.

ANZ431-450>455-022245-
/O.CON.KPHI.TR.A.1009.000000T0000Z-000000T0000Z/
DELAWARE BAY WATERS SOUTH OF EAST POINT NJ TO SLAUGHTER BEACH DE-
COASTAL WATERS FROM SANDY HOOK TO MANASQUAN INLET NJ OUT 20 NM-
COASTAL WATERS FROM MANASQUAN INLET TO LITTLE EGG INLET NJ OUT
20 NM-
COASTAL WATERS FROM LITTLE EGG INLET TO GREAT EGG INLET NJ OUT
20 NM-
COASTAL WATERS FROM GREAT EGG INLET TO CAPE MAY NJ OUT 20 NM-
COASTAL WATERS FROM CAPE MAY NJ TO CAPE HENLOPEN DE OUT 20 NM-
COASTAL WATERS FROM CAPE HENLOPEN TO FENWICK ISLAND DE OUT 20 NM-
533 AM EDT FRI SEP 2 2016

…TROPICAL STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT…

* WINDS…NORTH 30 TO 40 KT WITH GUSTS UP TO 50 KT.

* SEAS…11 TO 17 FEET.

* TIMING…THE STRONGEST WINDS AND HIGHEST SEAS ARE EXPECTED TO
OCCUR SUNDAY AND SUNDAY NIGHT. HIGH SEAS WILL PERSIST INTO EARLY
NEXT WEEK AND POSSIBLY INTO THE MIDWEEK WITH HERMINE MEANDERING
OFFSHORE.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

A TROPICAL STORM WATCH MEANS SUSTAINED WINDS OF 34 TO 63 KT ARE
POSSIBLE DUE TO A TROPICAL STORM WITHIN 48 HOURS.

Friday, September 2nd National Weather Service Advisory on Tropical Storm Hermine2016-09-02T15:39:29-04:00

Thurs, Sept. 1st, 5:50pm: Tropical Storm Watch Posted for Stone Harbor

Tropical Storm Watch

The National Weather Service has posted a Tropical Storm Watch for Stone Harbor and all of Cape May County. This Tropical Storm Watch is now in effect for a portion of Labor Day weekend with the strongest effects of this storm over our area on Saturday and Sunday. Hurricane Hermine is expected to bring strong winds, some heavy rain, coastal flooding, rough surf, beach erosion, and strong rip currents along the shore for the holiday weekend, especially on Saturday and Sunday. Please continue to monitor this storm for updates as they become available, especially over the next 24 hours.

Hermine was upgraded to a hurricane and at this hour continues to be a major threat to northern Florida. The storm will move up the eastern seaboard and its current path will put the storm fairly close to the New Jersey coastline. The National Weather Service has a high confidence for rip currents and tidal flooding, and moderate confidence for heavy rain and strong winds.

Storms like these pose threats to barrier islands including the Borough of Stone Harbor. We may experience flooding from periods of heavy rain or coastal flooding due to high tides. Never attempt to drive on any flooded street or through any flooded intersection as this puts you and your vehicle at risk; driving on a flooded street also causes an unnecessary wake that can damage property other than your own. Never drive over any downed utility wire. Rain could be heavy at times especially during the daytime hours on Sunday

Heed all warnings provided by the Stone Harbor Beach Patrol. During this storm event, do not venture into the ocean. Rip currents and pounding surf are expected to be common during this storm event. Friday should be a sunny day; do not enter the ocean unless you are in a presence of an on-duty lifeguard.

If you own property in the Borough, prepare for the possibility of strong gusty winds of 30-35mph or higher. Secure all outdoor objects including trash cans, umbrellas, and patio furniture. Winds will be strongest from around midday on Saturday through the remainder of the holiday weekend.

Minor tidal flooding is possible with the Saturday evening high tide and could worsen during the Sunday high tide events. If you live in an area of Stone Harbor that typically floods, please consider moving your vehicle out of that area to higher ground.

High tide in Townsend’s Inlet between Avalon and Sea Isle City will occur on Saturday, September 3rd at 10:36am, and again at 10:48pm. High tide on Sunday will occur at 11:14am, and again at 11:25pm.

Here is the official briefing on the storm from the National Weather Service, courtesy of the Stone Harbor Office of Emergency Management:

Hermine_Briefing_02_Sep 1 2016 500 PM

Here is the text of a briefing provided by the National Weather Service:

Hurricane Local Statement
TROPICAL STORM HERMINE LOCAL STATEMENT SPECIAL ADVISORY NUMBER 17
DEZ001>004-MDZ008-012-015-019-020-NJZ001-007>010-012>027-PAZ054-055-060>062-070-071-101>106-020500-

TROPICAL STORM HERMINE LOCAL STATEMENT SPECIAL ADVISORY NUMBER 17
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MOUNT HOLLY NJ AL092016
449 PM EDT THU SEP 1 2016

THIS PRODUCT COVERS NEW JERSEY…DELAWARE…SOUTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA AND NORTHEAST MARYLAND.

**HERMINE TO AFFECT THE REGION THIS WEEKEND**

NEW INFORMATION
—————

* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
– A TROPICAL STORM WATCH HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR INLAND
SUSSEX…DELAWARE BEACHES…WESTERN MONMOUTH…EASTERN
MONMOUTH…OCEAN…ATLANTIC…CAPE MAY…ATLANTIC COASTAL CAPE
MAY…COASTAL ATLANTIC…COASTAL OCEAN AND SOUTHEASTERN
BURLINGTON

* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
– A TROPICAL STORM WATCH IS IN EFFECT FOR INLAND
SUSSEX…DELAWARE BEACHES…WESTERN MONMOUTH…EASTERN
MONMOUTH…OCEAN…ATLANTIC…CAPE MAY…ATLANTIC COASTAL CAPE
MAY…COASTAL ATLANTIC…COASTAL OCEAN AND SOUTHEASTERN
BURLINGTON

* STORM INFORMATION:
– ABOUT 1020 MILES SOUTHWEST OF ATLANTIC CITY NJ OR ABOUT 970
MILES SOUTHWEST OF DOVER DE
– 27.8N 85.6W
– STORM INTENSITY 70 MPH
– MOVEMENT NORTH-NORTHEAST OR 30 DEGREES AT 14 MPH

SITUATION OVERVIEW
——————

HERMINE WILL BE AFFECTING COASTAL AREAS OF DELAWARE AND NEW JERSEY
THROUGH THE HOLIDAY WEEKEND. HURRICANE HERMINE IS FORECAST TO MAKE
LANDFALL TONIGHT IN NORTHERN FLORIDA. THE STORM IS THEN EXPECTED
TO MOVE NORTHEASTWARD, MOVING INTO THE ATLANTIC BY SATURDAY AND
STAYING OFF THE THE COAST THROUGH THE WEEKEND.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS
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* FLOODING RAIN: PREPARE FOR LOCALLY HAZARDOUS RAINFALL FLOODING
HAVING POSSIBLE LIMITED IMPACTS ACROSS COASTAL LOCATIONS AND THE
COASTAL PLAINS. POTENTIAL IMPACTS INCLUDE: – LOCALIZED RAINFALL
FLOODING MAY PROMPT A FEW EVACUATIONS. – RIVERS AND TRIBUTARIES
MAY QUICKLY RISE WITH SWIFTER CURRENTS. SMALL STREAMS, CREEKS,
CANALS, AND DITCHES MAY BECOME SWOLLEN AND OVERFLOW IN SPOTS. –
FLOOD WATERS CAN ENTER A FEW STRUCTURES, ESPECIALLY IN
VULNERABLE SPOTS. RAPID PONDING OF WATER MAY OCCUR AT
UNDERPASSES, LOW-LYING SPOTS, AND POOR DRAINAGE AREAS. SEVERAL
STORM DRAINS AND RETENTION PONDS BECOME NEAR-FULL AND BEGIN TO
OVERFLOW. SOME BRIEF ROAD AND BRIDGE CLOSURES ARE POSSIBLE.

ELSEWHERE ACROSS NEW JERSEY…DELAWARE…SOUTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA
AND NORTHEAST MARYLAND., LITTLE TO NO IMPACT IS ANTICIPATED.

* WIND:
PREPARE FOR HAZARDOUS WIND HAVING POSSIBLE LIMITED IMPACTS ACROSS NEW
JERSEY…DELAWARE…SOUTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA AND NORTHEAST
MARYLAND.. POTENTIAL IMPACTS INCLUDE:
– DAMAGE TO PORCHES, AWNINGS, CARPORTS, SHEDS, AND UNANCHORED
MOBILE HOMES IS POSSIBLE. UNSECURED LIGHTWEIGHT OBJECTS COULD
BE BLOWN AROUND.
– MANY LARGE TREE LIMBS MAY BE BROKEN OFF. A FEW TREES COULD BE
SNAPPED OR UPROOTED. SOME FENCES AND ROADWAY SIGNS MAY BE BLOWN
OVER.
– A FEW ROADS COULD BE IMPASSABLE FROM DEBRIS. HAZARDOUS DRIVING
CONDITIONS ARE POSSIBLE ON BRIDGES AND OTHER ELEVATED ROADWAYS.
– SCATTERED POWER AND COMMUNICATIONS OUTAGES ARE POSSIBLE.

* SURGE: LITTLE TO NO IMPACTS ARE ANTICIPATED AT THIS TIME ACROSS
NEW JERSEY…DELAWARE…SOUTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA AND NORTHEAST
MARYLAND. HOWEVER…TIDAL FLOODING IS POSSIBLE.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
———————————-

* EVACUATIONS:IF YOU ARE EXCEPTIONALLY VULNERABLE TO WIND OR
WATER HAZARDS FROM TROPICAL SYSTEMS, CONSIDER VOLUNTARY
EVACUATION, ESPECIALLY IF BEING OFFICIALLY RECOMMENDED. RELOCATE
TO A PREDETERMINED SHELTER OR SAFE DESTINATION.

* OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION: NOW IS THE TIME TO CHECK YOUR
EMERGENCY PLAN AND TAKE NECESSARY ACTIONS TO SECURE YOUR HOME OR
BUSINESS. DELIBERATE EFFORTS SHOULD BE UNDERWAY TO PROTECT LIFE
AND PROPERTY. ENSURE THAT YOUR EMERGENCY SUPPLIES KIT IS STOCKED
AND READY.

VISITORS TO THE AREA SHOULD BECOME FAMILIAR WITH NEARBY
SURROUNDINGS. IF YOU ARE A VISITOR, KNOW THE NAME OF THE COUNTY
IN WHICH YOU ARE LOCATED AND WHERE IT IS RELATIVE TO CURRENT
WATCHES AND WARNINGS. IF STAYING AT A HOTEL, ASK THE MANAGEMENT
STAFF ABOUT THEIR ON SITE DISASTER PLAN. LISTEN FOR EVACUATION
ORDERS, ESPECIALLY PERTAINING TO AREA VISITORS.

CLOSELY MONITOR NOAA WEATHER RADIO OR OTHER LOCAL NEWS OUTLETS
FOR OFFICIAL STORM INFORMATION. LISTEN FOR POSSIBLE CHANGES TO
THE FORECAST.

Thurs, Sept. 1st, 5:50pm: Tropical Storm Watch Posted for Stone Harbor2017-04-03T23:23:43-04:00
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