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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

September 16, 2023 – Rip Current Warning & High Surf Advisory; Lifeguards On Duty at 83rd, 87th, 95th, 100th, 108th, 117th, 122nd Streets

September 6, 2023

Lifeguards are on duty today at 83rd, 87th, 95th, 100th, 108th, 117th and 122nd Streets.

There is currently a Rip Current Warning and a High Surf Advisory in effect.

Swim only at guarded locations.

September 16, 2023 – Rip Current Warning & High Surf Advisory; Lifeguards On Duty at 83rd, 87th, 95th, 100th, 108th, 117th, 122nd Streets2023-09-18T11:29:19-04:00

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