The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Cape May County for Monday, January 30^th from 3:00am until Noon. There is the potential for one to three inches of snow from this storm with a changeover likely at some point to rain, especially along the barrier islands.

A small storm system will move through Tennessee and the western portion of North Carolina before coming up to the Mid Atlantic states during the overnight hours Sunday night into Monday morning. Slippery driving conditions are possible with the morning commute. Exercise caution while driving. The current forecast does not call for a major snow event.

Here is the current Winter Weather Advisory posted Sunday morning by the National Weather Service:

Winter Weather Advisory

URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MOUNT HOLLY NJ

324 AM EST SUN JAN 29 2017

…SNOW IS EXPECTED FOR LATE TONIGHT INTO MONDAY MORNING…

.LOW PRESSURE IS FORECAST TO DEVELOP OVER VIRGINIA LATE TODAY.

THE LOW IS ANTICIPATED TO PASS OFF THE DELMARVA COAST LATE TONIGHT

BEFORE MOVING OUT TO SEA ON MONDAY.

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SALEM-GLOUCESTER-CAMDEN-OCEAN-CUMBERLAND-ATLANTIC-CAPE MAY-

ATLANTIC COASTAL CAPE MAY-COASTAL ATLANTIC-COASTAL OCEAN-

SOUTHEASTERN BURLINGTON-

INCLUDING THE CITIES OF PENNSVILLE, GLASSBORO, CAMDEN,

CHERRY HILL, JACKSON, MILLVILLE, HAMMONTON, CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE,

OCEAN CITY, ATLANTIC CITY, LONG BEACH ISLAND,

AND WHARTON STATE FOREST

324 AM EST SUN JAN 29 2017

…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO NOON EST

MONDAY…

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN MOUNT HOLLY HAS ISSUED A WINTER

WEATHER ADVISORY FOR SNOW. IT IS IN EFFECT FROM 300 AM MONDAY

UNTIL NOON ON MONDAY.

* LOCATIONS…SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY.

* HAZARD TYPE…SNOW.

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS…FROM 1 TO 3 INCHES.

* TIMING…SNOW IS FORECAST TO OVERSPREAD THE REGION AFTER

MIDNIGHT AND IT SHOULD CONTINUE INTO MONDAY MORNING. THE SNOW

MAY MIX WITH OR CHANGE TO RAIN BEFORE ENDING BY MIDDAY ON

MONDAY.

* IMPACTS…THE SNOW MAY IMPACT TRAVEL CONDITIONS, ESPECIALLY DURING

THE MONDAY MORNING COMMUTE. ROADS AND WALKWAYS MAY BECOME SNOW

COVERED AND SLIPPERY.

* TEMPERATURES…GENERALLY IN THE UPPER 20S AND LOWER 30S DURING

THE SNOW EVENT.

* VISIBILITY…AROUND OR LESS THAN A HALF MILE AT TIMES.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

THIS WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY MEANS THAT A PERIOD OF SNOW MAY

CAUSE TRAVEL DIFFICULTIES. BE PREPARED FOR SLIPPERY ROADS AND

LIMITED VISIBILITY. USE EXTRA CAUTION WHILE DRIVING.

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Warning for barrier island communities in Cape May County for Monday, January 23rd, 2017 at 2:00pm through Tuesday, January 24th, 2017 at 11:00am. The High Wind Warning remains in effect for our region on Monday, January 23rd, until 4:00pm.

A coastal storm has battered the southern New Jersey coastline with strong winds and occasional rain since the early morning hours. Strong winds are expected to continue through the afternoon. The winds have caused some of the high tide water to remain in the back bays which contributes to the Coastal Flood Warning. Moderate coastal flooding is anticipated at times of high tide late Monday afternoon, and again on Tuesday morning.

High tide will occur at the Townsend’s Inlet Bridge between Avalon and Sea Isle City Monday at 4:54pm, and again on Tuesday at 5:24am and at 5:42pm. Moderate flooding is expected at time of high tide.

If you live in an area of Stone Harbor that typically floods during coastal flooding events, consider moving your vehicle to higher ground. Never attempt to drive through any flooded intersection or any flooded street as this puts you and your vehicle in danger; it also creates an unnecessary wake in the roadway that could damage private and public property. If you have any emergency, dial 911.

Strong winds are expected to subside sometime this evening. Intermittent power outages have been experienced throughout southern New Jersey due to the winds and the impact on utility lines. If you experience a power outage, contact Atlantic City Electric directly at 1-800-833-7476.

The Cape May County Office of Emergency Management and the Stone Harbor Office of Emergency Management will continue to monitor this storm event. Continue to follow this website and traditional media outlets for updated weather information.

Here is the text of the Coastal Flood Warning and the High Wind Warning posted by the National Weather Service:

Coastal Flood Warning
Issued: 3:06 PM EST Jan. 23, 2017 – National Weather Service

… Coastal Flood Warning remains in effect until 11 am EST
Tuesday…

* location… coastal areas of New Jersey and Delaware including
Delaware Bay.

* Coastal flooding… areas of moderate flooding are anticipated
with the high tide late this afternoon into this evening and
once again on Tuesday morning.

* Timing… high tide on the New Jersey and Delaware oceanfront
occurs between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM this afternoon and between
4:30 am and 5:30 am on Tuesday morning. High tide on the back
bays… along Raritan Bay and along Delaware Bay occurs later
than the high tide on the oceanfront.

* Surge… around 3 to 4 feet above the astronomical tide late this
afternoon and evening and possibly around 3 feet on Tuesday
morning.

* Waves… around 15 to 20 feet off the coasts of New Jersey and
Delaware… and up to 3 to 7 feet on Delaware Bay.

* Impacts… numerous roadways will flood and minor property damage
is possible. Tidal flooding may be compounded by moderate to heavy
rain. Also… the combination of very strong onshore winds and
battering waves will lead to significant beach erosion.

* Outlook… with winds becoming offshore on Tuesday, the surge
will diminish during the day on Tuesday decreasing the threat of
additional tidal flooding for Tuesday afternoon and evening.

Precautionary/preparedness actions…

A coastal Flood Warning means that flooding is expected. Coastal
residents in the warned area should be alert for rising water…
and take appropriate action to protect life and property.

Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal
flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The
water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting
yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged… leading to
costly repairs.

For a list of the impact of different tide heights in your County
please go to www.Weather.Gov/phi/tides
Forecast time of predicted
location high Tide Water level

Sandy Hook 4:36 PM Mon 7.5 to 8.0 feet MLLW
New Jersey 5:04 am Tue 7.5 to 8.0 feet MLLW
(sandy hook bay)

Seaside Heights 4:06 PM Mon near 7.0 feet MLLW
New Jersey 4:34 am Tue near 7.0 feet MLLW
(oceanfront)

Atlantic City 4:20 PM Mon near 7.0 feet MLLW
New Jersey 4:50 am Tue near 7.0 feet MLLW
(oceanfront)

Cape May 4:54 PM Mon 7.5 to 8.0 feet MLLW
New Jersey 5:24 am Tue 7.5 to 8.0 feet MLLW
(oceanfront)

Lewes 5:30 PM Mon 7.0 to 7.5 feet MLLW
Delaware 6:02 am Tue 7.0 to 7.5 feet MLLW
(delaware bay)

Rehoboth Beach 4:24 PM Mon 7.0 to 7.5 feet MLLW
Delaware 5:01 am Tue 7.0 to 7.5 feet MLLW
(oceanfront)
High Wind Warning
Issued: 2:59 PM EST Jan. 23, 2017 – National Weather Service

… High Wind Warning now in effect until midnight EST tonight…

* winds… northeast 25 to 35 mph with gusts 60 to 65 mph.

* Timing… the strongest winds are expected to occur through early
this evening, then gradually diminish thereafter.

* Impacts… damaging winds will down trees and power
lines… resulting in power outages. Some structural damage is
possible. Travel will be difficult… especially for high profile
vehicles. The strongest winds tend to be on elevated surfaces
such as bridges and overpasses.

Precautionary/preparedness actions…

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is occurring.
Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts of 58 mph or
more can lead to property damage.

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Warning for barrier island communities in Cape May County for Monday, January 23^rd, 2017 at 2:00pm through Tuesday, January 24^th, 2017 at 11:00am.  The High Wind Warning remains in effect for our region on Monday, January 23^rd, until 4:00pm.

A coastal storm has battered the southern New Jersey coastline with strong winds and occasional rain since the early morning hours.  Strong winds are expected to continue through the afternoon.  The winds have caused some of the high tide water to remain in the back bays which contributes to the Coastal Flood Warning.  Moderate coastal flooding is anticipated at times of high tide late Monday afternoon, and again on Tuesday morning.

High tide will occur at the Townsend’s Inlet Bridge between Avalon and Sea Isle City Monday at 4:54pm, and again on Tuesday at 5:24am and at 5:42pm.  Moderate flooding is expected at time of high tide.

If you live in an area of Avalon that typically floods during coastal flooding events, consider moving your vehicle to higher ground.  Never attempt to drive through any flooded intersection or any flooded street as this puts you and your vehicle in danger; it also creates an unnecessary wake in the roadway that could damage private and public property.  If you have any emergency, dial 911.

Strong winds are expected to subside sometime this evening.  Intermittent power outages have been experienced throughout southern New Jersey due to the winds and the impact on utility lines.  If you experience a power outage, contact Atlantic City Electric directly at 1-800-833-7476.

The Cape May County Office of Emergency Management and the Stone Harbor Office of Emergency Management will continue to monitor this storm event.  Continue to follow this website and traditional media outlets for updated weather information.

Here is the text of the Coastal Flood Warning and the High Wind Warning posted by the National Weather Service:

Coastal Flood Warning, Coastal Flood Advisory

Issued: 12:15 PM EST Jan. 23, 2017 – National Weather Service
… Coastal Flood Advisory now in effect until 2 PM EST this
afternoon…
… Coastal Flood Warning in effect from 2 PM this afternoon
through 11 am EST Tuesday morning…

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a coastal
Flood Warning… which is in effect from 2 PM this afternoon to
11 am EST Tuesday morning.

* Location… southern New Jersey and Delaware coastal areas as
well as lower delware Bay communities.

* Coastal flooding… areas of moderate flooding is anticipated with
the high tide late this afternoon into this evening and once again
on Tuesday morning.

* Timing… high tide on the oceanfront occurs between 4:45 PM and
5:45 PM this afternoon and between 5:10 am and 6:10 am Tuesday
morning. High tide on lower Delware Bay occurs later than the
high tide on the oceanfront.

* Surge… around 3 to 4 feet above the astronomical tide late this
afternoon and evening and again Tuesday morning. Highest tidal
anomalies on lower Delaware Bay are expected to be on the
Delaware side.

* Waves… wave heights in the nearshore waters are forecast to
build to 12 to 18 feet and up to 20 feet this evening. Waves on
the lower Delware Bay will build to 7 feet.

* Impacts… numerous roadways will flood and minor to moderate
property damage is likely late this afternoon and evening and once
again Tuesday morning. Tidal flooding may be compounded by heavy
rain. Also… the combination of very strong onshore winds and
battering waves will lead to significant beach erosion.

* Outlook… with winds becoming offshore on Tuesday, tidal
departures will diminish during the day on Tuesday decreasing the
threat of tidal flooding Tuesday afternoon and evening.

Precautionary/preparedness actions…

A coastal Flood Warning means that flooding is expected. Coastal
residents in the warned area should be alert for rising water… and
take appropriate action to protect life and property.

Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal
flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The
water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting
yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged… leading to
costly repairs.

For a list of the impact of different tide heights in your County
please go to www.Weather.Gov/phi/tides

Forecast              time of              predicted
location              high Tide            Water level

Cape May              4:54 PM Mon          7.5 to 8.0 feet MLLW
New Jersey            5:24 am Tue          7.5 to 8.0 feet MLLW
(oceanfront)

Lewes                 5:30 PM Mon          7.0 to 7.5 feet MLLW
Delaware              6:02 am Tue          7.0 to 7.5 feet MLLW
(Delaware bay)

Rehoboth Beach        4:24 PM Mon          7.0 to 7.5 feet MLLW
Delaware              5:01 am Tue          7.0 to 7.5 feet MLLW
(oceanfront)

High Wind Warning

Issued: 10:34 AM EST Jan. 23, 2017 – National Weather Service
… High Wind Warning remains in effect until 4 PM EST this
afternoon…

* locations… coastal southern New Jersey.

* Winds… east 25 to 35 mph with gusts around 60 mph.

* Timing… the strongest winds are expected to occur now through
mid afternoon.

* Wind impacts… damaging winds will blow down trees and power
lines. Scattered to numerous power outages are expected.
Travel will be difficult… especially for high profile
vehicles.

* Situational awareness… strongest wind gusts as of 10 am have
been 50 to around 60 mph along the New Jersey and Delaware
coasts with reports of tree limbs down and isolated power\
outages.

The National Weather Service has continued the Coastal Flood Advisory for coastal Cape May County for Monday, January 23^rd until 9:00pm. The High Wind Warning remains in effect for our region until Monday at 4:00pm.

A coastal storm has descended upon our area with rain, heavy at times, strong gusty winds and the potential for coastal flooding. During this afternoon’s high tide event minor coastal flooding is expected with the potential for moderate coastal flooding in some coastal communities. High tide at the Townsend’s Inlet Bridge between Avalon and Sea Isle City is expected at 4:54pm. Please exercise caution while driving throughout the day; never drive on any flooded street or through any flooded intersection. If you have any emergency, dial 911.

The High Wind Warning means our region will be subject to easterly winds at 25-35mph throughout the day today with gusts to 60mph. This may result in intermittent power outages. If you have an outage, report it directly to Atlantic City Electric at 1-800-833-7476. Never attempt to move any power line or cable lying in the street. If you have outdoor objects that are subject to strong winds, consider moving them inside for the day.

Here is the text of the Coastal Flood Advisory and the High Wind Warning from the National Weather Service for Monday, January 23^rd:

Coastal Flood Advisory

Issued: 4:13 AM EST Jan. 23, 2017 – National Weather Service

… Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect until 9 PM EST this

evening…

* location… coastal areas of Cape May County in New Jersey and

Sussex County in Delaware… as well as areas along the Delaware

Bay.

* Coastal flooding… pockets of minor flooding will occur with the

upcoming high tide early this morning. Widespread minor flooding

is expected with the high tide late this afternoon into this

evening. There is a potential for localized moderate coastal

flooding late this afternoon into this evening.

* Timing… high tide on the New Jersey and Delaware oceanfront

occurs through 4:30 am this morning and again between 4:00 PM

and 5:00 PM this afternoon. High tide on the back bays and along

Delaware Bay occurs later than the high tide on the oceanfront.

* Surge… around 1.5 to 2 feet above the astronomical tide early

this morning. Around 3 to 3.5 feet above the astronomical tide

from late Monday afternoon into Monday evening.

* Waves… wave heights on the ocean waters off the coast are

forecast to build to 12 to 16 feet today. Waves on Delaware Bay

should increase to 3 to 7 feet.

* Impacts… localized roadway flooding will occur this morning.

Additional roadways are anticipated to flood from late this

afternoon into this evening. The late day flooding may be

compounded by rain. Also… the combination of very strong

onshore winds and battering waves will lead to significant beach

erosion.

* Outlook… lingering minor tidal flooding may occur again

around the high tide early on Tuesday morning.

Precautionary/preparedness actions…

A coastal Flood Advisory means that minor tidal flooding is

expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some Road

closures. Usually… the most vulnerable roadways will flood.

Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal

flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The

water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting

yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged… leading to

costly repairs.

For a list of the impact of different tide heights in your County

please go to www.Weather.Gov/phi/tides

High Wind Warning

Issued: 3:11 AM EST Jan. 23, 2017 – National Weather Service

… High Wind Warning remains in effect until 4 PM EST this

afternoon…

* winds… east 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* Timing… the strongest winds are expected to occur after sunrise

this morning through mid afternoon.

* Wind impacts… damaging winds will blow down trees and power

lines. Scattered to numerous power outages are expected.

Travel will be difficult… especially for high profile

vehicles.

Precautionary/preparedness actions…

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected

or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts

of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage.

The National Weather Service has continued the High Wind Watch for coastal Cape May County from late Sunday evening, January 22^nd through Monday afternoon, January 23^rd. A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect until Sunday at 10:00am. These advisories are in effect for a coastal storm that is expected to bring rain, heavy at times, strong gusty winds, and the potential for spotty minor coastal flooding at time of high tide on Monday.

A storm system will move up the eastern seaboard Sunday and Monday and bring widespread rain over our region. Rainfall totals are forecast to be between one to two inches, with three inches possible in some locations. Winds will gradually increase throughout the day on Sunday and be very strong overnight Sunday and through the day on Monday. The temperatures will remain warm enough to make this an all-rain event for coastal Cape May County.

Secure objects outside of your home that may be subject to strong winds including trash cans and patio furniture. Never drive on any flooded street or through any flooded intersection. Continue to monitor this website for updated forecasts, and monitor forecasts from traditional media outlets. If you have a power outage, report it directly to Atlantic City Electric at 1-800-833-7476.

For planning purposes, high tide at the Townsend’s Inlet Bridge Monday, January 23^rd between Avalon and Sea Isle City occurs at 4:37am, and again at 4:54pm.

Here is the text of the High Wind Watch posted Saturday evening by the National Weather Service:

… Dense fog advisory in effect from 10 PM this evening to 5 am

EST Sunday…

… High wind watch remains in effect from late Sunday night

through Monday afternoon…

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a dense

fog advisory… which is in effect from 10 PM this evening to 5 am

EST Sunday.

* Visibilities… one quarter mile or less at times.

* Winds… east 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* Timing… the strongest winds are most likely to occur late

Sunday night through early Monday afternoon. Areas of dense fog

expected overnight into Sunday morning.

* Impacts… strong winds may blow down limbs… trees… and power

lines. Scattered power outages are expected.

* Impacts… reduced visibilities tonight through Sunday morning

morning will make travel difficult. If driving… slow

down… turn your lights on… and leave plenty of room in front

of you.

The National Weather Service has briefed emergency management partners in coastal Cape May County about the threat of a storm that could bring at least two inches of rain, gusty winds, and the potential for at least minor coastal flooding at time of high tide.  The greatest impact of this storm event could be Sunday, January 22nd through Monday, January 23rd.  Please be aware that heavy rain is currently in the forecast and there may be advisories, watches, and warnings posted for this coastal storm.  Continue to monitor traditional media outlets for updated forecasts, and this website for advisories posted by the Stone Harbor Office of Emergency Management.

Here is the briefing provided to emergency management partners on Friday, January 20th, 2017:

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The National Weather Service has posted a Winter Storm Warning for the Borough of Stone Harbor for Saturday, January 7th. The Warning is in effect from Saturday at 1am-6pm. There is the potential for four to eight inches of snow to fall during this storm event which will make driving difficult at times.

A small system pushed over our region on Friday bringing only a dusting of snow. This next storm event is a coastal storm that will have high impacts on the Carolinas and other states. The leading edge of the storm is expected to come close enough to the Jersey Shore to bring accumulating snow to our region. The coastal communities in Cape May County are expected to feel the largest impact of this winter storm, in New Jersey.

Snow is expected to begin early Saturday morning and be at its heaviest during Saturday morning and early Saturday afternoon. Hazardous travel conditions are likely on Saturday. There is the potential for power outages in coastal communities due to the strongest winds from the storm being along the coast at approximately 35mph.

If the storm comes closer than expected, more snowfall is possible; if the storm stays further south, less snowfall is possible. There is confidence from the National Weather Service that the storm will be close enough to our area to produce accumulating and plowable snow.

Exercise caution while driving. If you have any power outage during the storm, report it to Atlantic City Electric at 1-800-833-7476. If you have any emergency, please dial 911.

Here is the text of the Winter Storm Warning from the National Weather Service:

Winter Storm Warning in effect from 1 am to 6 PM EST
Saturday…

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a Winter
Storm Warning for heavy snow… which is in effect from 1 am to 6
PM EST Saturday. The Winter Storm Watch is no longer in effect.

* Location… southeastern New Jersey and southern Delaware.

* Hazard type… snow.

* Accumulations… snow accumulation of 4 to 8 inches. Locally
higher amounts to 10 inches possible near the Delaware beaches.

* Timing… snow will overspread the area from the south late
tonight and become heavy at times Saturday morning and early
afternoon. The snow will taper off during the mid to late
afternoon.

* Impacts… hazardous travel can be expected on Saturday with
snow-covered roads and poor visibility. Scattered power outages
are possible, particularly along the coast, where the snowfall
and winds will be highest.

* Temperatures… in the 20s.

* Winds… northerly winds 10 to 15 mph late tonight, increasing to
20 to 25 mph with gusts around 35 mph along the coast Saturday.

* Visibility… one-half mile at times in heavier snow.

Precautionary/preparedness actions…

A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected. Strong winds are also possible along the immediate
coast. This will make travel very hazardous.

Snowfall and ice accumulation forecast maps in addition to
experimental probabilistic snowfall information for the latest
event are available online at www.Weather.Gov/phi/winter

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Stone Harbor and surrounding communities for Saturday, January 7th, from 1:00am until 6:00pm. This Winter Storm Watch is in addition to the Winter Weather Advisory currently in effect for our region for overnight Thursday into Friday.

The Winter Storm Watch in effect for Saturday calls for the potential for five or more inches of snow for Cape May County throughout the day on Saturday. A winter storm that will be impacting North Carolina and Virginia is currently forecasted to be closer to southern New Jersey on Saturday than originally predicted. It will be cold enough throughout the weekend for any precipitation that we receive to be all snow and likely not mixing with any rain.

Overnight Thursday into Friday morning, one to three inches of snow is possible along the southern New Jersey coastline. This is not expected to be a significant storm event but could make overnight driving and the early morning commute slippery. Exercise caution while driving. Road crews have been working throughout the evening in the County to treat County roads in advance of the overnight snow. Snow should end before 6:00am.

The more significant weather event is possible on Saturday. The National Weather Service is clear saying that the track of the storm can greatly impact the amount of snow forecast for our area. A track further to the south will lessen the impact; a track further to the north may produce more snow. This forecast is certainly subject to change as the storm approaches. If the storm produces the anticipated snowfall, it will likely start late Friday night or early Saturday morning, potentially heavy at times.

Please make your travel plans accordingly and pay attention to traditional media outlets, and this website, for updates on the storm. If you have any emergency during winter weather events, please call 911.

Here is the text of the Winter Storm Watch posted by the National Weather Service for Saturday, January 7th:

…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS
EVENING TO 6 AM EST FRIDAY…
…WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT
THROUGH SATURDAY AFTERNOON…

* LOCATIONS…FAR SOUTHEASTERN NEW JERSEY.

* HAZARD TYPES…SNOW

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS…1 TO 3 INCHES TONIGHT. POTENTIAL FOR 5 OR
MORE INCHES LATE FRIDAY NIGHT AND SATURDAY. THERE IS SOME
UNCERTAINTY IN THE TRACK OF THE WEEKEND STORM SYSTEM, WHICH
WILL AFFECT SNOWFALL AMOUNTS.

* TIMING…SNOW WILL OVERSPREAD THE AREA FROM WEST TO EAST
BETWEEN 8 PM AND 11 PM THIS EVENING. THE SNOW BECOMES STEADY
AND MODERATE AT TIMES LATE THIS EVENING AND OVERNIGHT…THEN
QUICKLY END FROM WEST TO EAST BETWEEN 3 AM AND 6 AM EARLY
FRIDAY MORNING. SNOW FROM THE NEXT STORM SYSTEM WILL
OVERSPREAD THE AREA EITHER LATE FRIDAY NIGHT OR SATURDAY
MORNING. THE SNOW COULD BECOME HEAVY AT TIMES ON SATURDAY
BEFORE TAPERING OFF AROUND SUNSET.

* IMPACTS…EXPECT HAZARDOUS TRAVEL TONIGHT WITH ROADS BECOMING
SNOW COVERED. UNTREATED ROADS AND SIDEWALKS MAY STILL BE
SLIPPERY HEADING INTO THE FRIDAY MORNING COMMUTE EVEN AFTER THE
SNOW ENDS. THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR HAZARDOUS TRAVEL AGAIN ON
SATURDAY WITH SNOW-COVERED ROADS AND POOR VISIBILITY.

* TEMPERATURES…UPPER 20`S AND LOW 30`S TONIGHT. HIGHS IN THE
MID 20S ON SATURDAY.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FOR SNOW MEANS THAT PERIODS OF SNOW
WILL CAUSE PRIMARILY TRAVEL DIFFICULTIES. BE PREPARED FOR SNOW
COVERED ROADS AND LIMITED VISIBILITIES…AND USE CAUTION WHILE
DRIVING.

A WINTER STORM WATCH MEANS THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR SIGNIFICANT
SNOW ACCUMULATIONS THAT MAY IMPACT TRAVEL. CONTINUE TO MONITOR
THE LATEST FORECASTS.

The National Weather Service has posted a Winter Weather Advisory for Stone Harbor and all of Cape May County. The Advisory is in effect from Thursday, January 5th, 2017 from 8:00pm until Friday, January 6th at 6:00am. The Advisory calls for the potential of between one to three inches of snow for our region.

Snow is expected to begin sometime after 8:00pm and spread over our region during the overnight hours. At times, the snowfall could be steady, and moderate in intensity. Snow is expected to end by daybreak on Friday.

If you have any travel plans during the overnight hours, exercise caution. Be aware that some roads may be slippery for the morning commute. If you have any emergency, please dial 911. There is also the potential for some light snow at times on Saturday as well. Continue to follow traditional media outlets for updates on the forecast.