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Commercial Trash Pick Up Suspended for Sunday, September 24, 2023

September 22, 2023

A message from the Stone Harbor Department of Public Works

Commercial Trash Pick Up Suspended for Sunday, September 24th

Due to the preparation of Public Works staff and resources to respond to Tropical Storm Ophelia, commercial trash and recycling pick up on this Sunday, September 24 is being suspended.  Trash and recycling should resume on Monday, depending on the storm clean up required.  The solid waste convenience center will also close due to likely flooding on 81st Street and Third Avenue.  Please be safe!

Commercial Trash Pick Up Suspended for Sunday, September 24, 20232023-09-26T09:21:36-04:00

September 22, 2023, Coastal Storm Update: Coastal Flooding, Strong Winds and Heavy Rain Expected This Weekend

September 22, 2023 – Message from the Cape May County Emergency Management Communications Center

1 – A coastal storm will impact our region this weekend, starting tonight and lasting through Sunday. The most significant impacts will be to areas along the immediate coast on Saturday, in the form of coastal flooding and strong winds, along with periods of heavy rain.

2 – MAJOR coastal flooding is possible along coastal areas of Kent and Sussex Counties in Delaware. Moderate coastal flooding is possible along southern coastal areas of New Jersey; some major coastal flooding cannot be ruled out in spots for Cape May and Atlantic counties in New Jersey. The greatest concern for coastal flooding will likely occur during the Saturday afternoon high tide, around 2-3pm, but could linger into following high tide cycles on Sunday.

3 – Strong onshore winds are forecast on Saturday. Gusts 50-60 mph are possible across the immediate coastal areas and over the ocean waters; peaking up to 30-40 mph inland. Combined with coastal flooding, this could result in at least minor beach erosion, along with dangerous rip currents. A High Wind Warning has been issued for the coast with Wind Advisories up further inland for all coastal counties of DE and NJ. For our marine zones, dangerous winds and seas have warranted a Storm Warning and Gale Warnings for all waters.

4 – Periods of heavy rain are possible starting late tonight into Saturday morning, with the heaviest periods possible Saturday morning, and again later in the day. 2 to 3 inches of rain may fall across much of the region. However, with most of this falling over an extended period, the threat for flooding should be limited to the localized urban and small-stream variety in poor drainage areas.

Please see the  briefing below for the full details.

September 22, 2023, Coastal Storm Update: Coastal Flooding, Strong Winds and Heavy Rain Expected This Weekend2023-09-25T15:29:05-04:00

Removal of Beach Access Mats Underway Due to Impending Storm and High Water

September 21, 2023

Please note that the Stone Harbor Department of Public Works is currently removing the beach access mats in anticipation of this weekend’s approaching storm and high water. The situation will be evaluated after the storm has passed to determine which, if any, mats will be reinstalled.

Removal of Beach Access Mats Underway Due to Impending Storm and High Water2023-10-10T08:53:38-04:00

September 21, 2023: Rip Current Warning In Effect; Lifeguards on Duty at 83rd, 95th, 108th Streets

September 21, 2023

Lifeguards are on duty today at the following beaches: 83rd, 95th and 108th Streets.

There is a rip current warning in effect.

Statement From the National Weather Service:

HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING…

* WHAT…Dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE…In Delaware, Delaware Beaches. In New Jersey, Eastern Monmouth, Atlantic Coastal Cape May, Coastal Atlantic and Coastal Ocean.

* WHEN…Through Friday evening.

* IMPACTS…Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don`t swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

September 21, 2023: Rip Current Warning In Effect; Lifeguards on Duty at 83rd, 95th, 108th Streets2023-09-25T08:51:44-04:00

Coastal Storm to Impact Region With Tidal Flooding And Gusty Winds This Weekend (Sept. 22-24, 2023)

September 20, 2023

𝙈𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙖𝙥𝙚 𝙈𝙖𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮 𝙀𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙮 𝙈𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝘾𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧:
Here are the key messages for our region regarding the potential impacts of a coastal storm over the weekend.

1 – We are still expecting a coastal storm to impact our region this weekend, starting Friday Night and lasting into Sunday. The most significant impacts will be to areas along the immediate coast on Saturday, in the form of coastal flooding and strong winds, along with periods of heavy rain.

2 – While there is still uncertainty regarding exact coastal water levels on Saturday, at this point it appears that most of the New Jersey and Delaware coast will experience at least minor coastal flooding, and some areas, particularly coastal southern New Jersey and southern Delaware, may experience moderate coastal flooding. The greatest concern for coastal flooding will likely occur during the Saturday afternoon high tide, around 2-3pm, but could linger into following high tide cycles on Sunday.

3 – Strong onshore winds are forecast on Saturday. Gusts up to 50 mph are possible across the immediate coastal areas and over the ocean waters; peaking up to 40 mph inland. Combined with coastal flooding, this could result in at least minor beach erosion, along with dangerous rip currents. A Gale Watch is in effect for the waters a Wind Advisory may be necessary for land areas near the coast.

4 – Periods of rain will fall from Friday night into Sunday, possibly heaviest on Saturday. Locally over 2 to 3 inches of rain may fall across portions of the region. That still depends on the track of the storm system, and that track remains uncertain. At this time those heavier rain amounts are forecast for the coastal areas, with less than 2 inches forecast northwest of I-95. Aside from the coastal flooding, some occasional urban and small-stream flooding of low-lying areas could occur during periods of heavier rain.

5 – There is potential that the system acquires some tropical characteristics and become a named storm, but this remains highly uncertain. Regardless of if that happens, the overall impacts for our area listed above will be similar.

Coastal Storm to Impact Region With Tidal Flooding And Gusty Winds This Weekend (Sept. 22-24, 2023)2023-09-25T15:29:22-04:00

Savor September Festival Rescheduled to October 21st

September 20, 2023

Due to the extreme weather that is expected this weekend, the Stone Harbor Chamber of Commerce has canceled their Savor September Wine, Beer and Food Festival events for September 22nd and 23rd. This includes Friday’s Savor En Blanc Dinner, as well as Saturday’s Savor September Festival.

The Savor September Festival has been rescheduled to Saturday, October 21st.
Please note that the Savor En Blanc Dinner has been canceled completely for this year.

Savor September Festival Rescheduled to October 21st2023-10-19T12:13:12-04:00

Notice to Mariners: US Army Corps of Engineers Dredging Intracoastal Waterway September 21st to 24th

September 19, 2023

NOTICE TO MARINERS: The US Army Corps of Engineers will be conducting maintenance dredging of portions of the federal channel of the NJ Intracoastal Waterway in Stone Harbor September 21st through 24th. The 104′ Dredge Merritt will arrive on September 19th and will be berthed at the 80th St. Marina using the outside bulkhead. Mariners should be aware of dredging operations in this area and proceed with caution.

The Merritt, homeported out of the USACE Wilmington (NC) District, will be dredging the channel intermittently to evaluate an innovative sidecasting method as part of ongoing initiatives under the Seven Mile Island Innovation Lab.

Additional Information can be found at:   opens in a new window https://www.nap.usace.army.mil/Media/News-Releases/Article/3528028/army-corps-issues-advisory-regarding-upcoming-maintenance-dredging-along-nj-int/

Notice to Mariners: US Army Corps of Engineers Dredging Intracoastal Waterway September 21st to 24th2023-10-11T13:16:57-04:00

Recreational Vehicle Access to Stone Harbor Point Delayed An Additional 5 Days Until September 22nd

September 18, 2023

The opening of Stone Harbor Point to vehicles, a popular recreational spot, has been postponed an additional five (5) days until September 22nd in light of active bird nesting in the area. The opening was originally delayed from September 5th until September 19th, but there are still a few unfledged chicks out at the Point. It is believed that the chicks will only need about 5 days until they are able to fly. The delay in opening Stone Harbor Point to vehicles allows the birds to complete their nesting cycle without undue stress or disturbance, contributing to the survival and growth of their populations. This decision reflects the Borough’s commitment to responsible stewardship of its environment.

 

Recreational Vehicle Access to Stone Harbor Point Delayed An Additional 5 Days Until September 22nd2023-09-26T09:22:09-04:00

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