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September 28, 2023 – Coastal Flood Advisory In Effect Until Midnight; High Rip Current Risk Through Friday Evening

September 28, 2023

From the National Weather Service:

COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO MIDNIGHT TONIGHT

HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING

* WHAT…For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE…Eastern Monmouth, Atlantic Coastal Cape May, Coastal Atlantic and Coastal Ocean.

* WHEN…For the High Rip Current Risk, through Friday evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to midnight EDT tonight.

* IMPACTS…At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities, and along inland tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible.
Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Water levels will remain elevated into the weekend, with minor or near minor tidal flooding possible with the nighttime high tides on Friday and Saturday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

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 28, 2023 – Coastal Flood Advisory In Effect Until Midnight; High Rip Current Risk Through Friday Evening2023-09-29T09:40:58-04:00

September 27, 2023 – Coastal Flood Advisory, High Rip Current Risk and High Surf Advisory In Effect

September 27, 2023 – From the National Weather Service
  • COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 AM THURSDAY
  • HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING
  • HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING
* WHAT…For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of up to 8 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE…Atlantic Coastal Cape May and Coastal Atlantic.

* WHEN…For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to 1 AM EDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS…At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities, and along inland tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Water levels will remain elevated through the balance of the week, with minor or near minor tidal flooding possible with the high tides on Thursday evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

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 27, 2023 – Coastal Flood Advisory, High Rip Current Risk and High Surf Advisory In Effect2023-09-28T09:14:49-04:00

September 26, 2023 – Higher Than Normal Tides Expected, Coastal Flood Warning In Effect

September 26, 2023
HIGHER THAN NORMAL TIDES EXPECTED – COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT

One to two feet of inundation above ground level is expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

The persistent Northeast winds, forecasted to continue over the next few days, are preventing bay levels from returning to their usual norms. Adding to the concern, a New Moon is slated for Friday, which sets the stage for a series of potentially impactful flooding events, commencing with tonight’s high tide at 6:45 PM.

Residents are advised to be aware that moderate flooding is expected, as the second high tide of each day through Saturday is anticipated to exceed normal levels.
Specifically, residents residing west of Third Avenue, are strongly encouraged to relocate their vehicles to higher ground, starting from Second Avenue and eastward.
September 26, 2023 – Higher Than Normal Tides Expected, Coastal Flood Warning In Effect2023-10-02T09:23:08-04:00

September 25, 2023: Possibility of Coastal Flooding Through Wednesday Evening

 September 25, 2023 – A message from the Cape May County Emergency Management Communications Center:

Moderate Coastal Flooding & beach erosion will be possible with Tuesday evening’s high tide, particularly along the Kent & Sussex County coast of Delaware, downwind of Delaware Bay, and along the Cape May & Atlantic County coast of New Jersey on the ocean side, where Coastal Flood Watches are in effect. Elsewhere, minor flooding will be possible as well. Additional minor flooding is possible on Wednesday evening as well.

September 25, 2023: Possibility of Coastal Flooding Through Wednesday Evening2023-09-28T09:09:06-04:00

September 24, 2023 Post Storm Update

September 24, 2023

After yesterday’s storm, we’re pleased to report that beaches remain in good condition. You may notice some minor scarping at the water’s edge. Beaches from 115th to 119th Street, which weren’t part of the recent sand replenishment, have fared well, also.

However, please exercise caution when visiting the beach. Many of the crossovers are currently covered with windswept sand, making them difficult to traverse. Additionally, we kindly request that everyone respects the dunes. These natural barriers did an excellent job during the storm in protecting our coastline, so let’s not damage them. Enjoy the beach responsibly!

All roads are open and passable. Please be careful of debris in the roadway while driving.

The solid waste convenience center is open at 81st Street near Third Ave, since flooding has subsided. Please note this facility is NOT for bulk trash. We have another bulk pick up scheduled for October 16th.






September 24, 2023 Post Storm Update2023-10-19T12:13:52-04:00

September 23, 2023 – Afternoon High Tide Photos

September 23, 2023 – High Tide Photos, approx. 4:00 p.m.

Third Avenue in the low 100s.

 

93rd  Street and Sunset

93rd

Street and Sunset

 

111th Street at Nuns Beach

 

110th at the Bay

 

103rd and Sunrise

 

High Tide at the Bay

 

94th Street and Sunset

 

98th Street and Third Ave

 

96th Street near Bridge

 

93rd Street and Third Ave

September 23, 2023 – Afternoon High Tide Photos2023-10-10T08:54:08-04:00

September 23, 2023 Morning Update and Photos From Today’s Storm

September 23, 2023

Brief Update on today’s storm: The first part of the storm was less impactful than predicted. Conditions are expected to worsen this afternoon.
One tree is down on 87th Street.
Low tide passed at 1.6 feet. It was predicted at 0.9 feet per USGS.
A 4.4 foot rise is still expected making high tide this afternoon (3:19pm) around 5.3 feet.
The storm surge is expected on top of that.

Photos by Manny Parada.

September 23, 2023 Morning Update and Photos From Today’s Storm2023-10-10T08:53:58-04:00
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