The National Weather Service has continued the Winter Storm Warning and the Coastal Flood Warning for the Borough through Wednesday evening, March 21^st. The storm is expected to drop a few to several inches of snow on our region on Wednesday, and is anticipated to cause minor to moderate coastal flooding at time of high tide, especially during the two high tide cycles on Wednesday.

The winter storm has moved into our region with largely rain and wind along our coastline on Tuesday evening. There is expected to be a gradual transition to sleet and snow during the overnight and morning hours on Wednesday with a largely all-snow event Wednesday afternoon, into the evening hours. This snowfall is expected to make driving difficult Wednesday and Wednesday evening.

Minor coastal flooding is anticipated at time of high tide Tuesday evening, at 11:01pm. Moderate coastal flooding is anticipated at time of high tide on Wednesday at 11:25am and again at 11:47pm. The Wednesday morning high tide may produce the most severe coastal flooding during this storm event. Never attempt to drive on any street that is flooded; flooding on streets may be obstructed due to snow. If you live on a street that typically experiences flooding during coastal storms, consider moving your vehicle into your driveway or to another part of our community that typically does not flood.

Never attempt to move or drive over any utility wire. If you have a power outage, contact Atlantic City Electric directly at 1-800-833-7476. If you have any emergency, dial 911.

The Borough continues to remain in communication with the Cape May County Department of Emergency Management, and the New Jersey State Police. Continue to monitor updates in our community on this website, and continue to monitor updated weather forecasts from the National Weather Service on traditional media outlets.

Here is the text of the various warnings issued by the National Weather Service:

Winter Storm Warning

URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ 356 PM EDT Tue Mar 20 2018 …Major Coastal Storm to Affect the Region Through Wednesday Night… .A pair of low pressure systems to our south today will consolidate into an intense nor`easter just east of the mid-Atlantic coast on Wednesday, then pass southeast of Nantucket Island late Wednesday night. Unnecessary travel in most of New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania Wednesday afternoon and evening is strongly discouraged!

…WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM WEDNESDAY TO 2 AM EDT THURSDAY…

* WHAT…Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow   accumulations of 5 to 8 inches, with localized amounts up to 12   inches, and ice accumulations of a light glaze are expected.

* WHERE…Portions of southeastern New Jersey, Maryland`s lower   eastern shore, central and southern Delaware.

* WHEN…From 6 AM Wednesday to 2 AM EDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions, including during the evening commute on Wednesday. Tree branches   could fall with widespread power outages possible Wednesday   afternoon. Be prepared for significant reductions in visibility   at times with snowfall rates approaching an inch an hour for a   time. Glazing may begin toward dawn Wednesday away from the   coast. Uncertainty exists regarding maximum storm total snow   over 6 inches. Thundersnow is possible late morning and afternoon.

Coastal Flood Warning

COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 AM EDT THURSDAY…

* LOCATIONS…Coastal areas of Cape May County and Cumberland   County in New Jersey, and Sussex County and Kent County in   Delaware.

* COASTAL FLOODING…Minor flooding is forecast with tonight`s   high tide. Moderate flooding is expected with the high tides on   Wednesday and Wednesday night.

* TIMING…Flooding may occur for a few hours around the time of   high tide. High tide on the New Jersey and Delaware oceanfront   occurs between 10:15 PM and 11:15 PM tonight, between 10:30 AM   and 11:30 AM on Wednesday, and between 11:00 PM and midnight on   Wednesday night. High tide on the back bays and on Delaware Bay   occurs later than the high tide on the oceanfront.

* SURGE…Around 1.5 to 2.0 feet tonight, and around 2.5 to 3.0   feet on Wednesday and Wednesday night.

* WAVES…Around 12 to 18 feet off the coast tonight, around 10   to 15 feet on Wednesday, and around 6 to 10 feet on Wednesday   night. * IMPACTS…Numerous roadways will flood and minor to moderate   property damage is possible. The tide and wave action is   expected to result in moderate beach erosion.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… This Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate tidal flooding is imminent. Be prepared for rising water levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency management officials. 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. Visit the Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service at water.weather.gov/ahps for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning, a Coastal Flood Warning, and a Wind Advisory for the Borough. The Winter Storm Warning is in effect from Tuesday, March 20^th from 6:00pm until Thursday, March 22^nd, at 2:00am; the Coastal Flood Warning is in effect from Tuesday, March 20^th at 8:00pm through Thursday, March 22^nd, at 5:00am; and the Wind Advisory is in effect on Tuesday, March 20^th until 6:00pm.

Two winter storms will combine into one storm and create a nor’easter that will be adjacent to the New Jersey coastline. The storm event is expected to produce several inches of snow for our region, windy conditions, as well as moderate coastal flooding during the two high tide events on Wednesday, and the potential for minor coastal flooding this evening.

Travel is expected to be difficult during this storm event as most of the snow is expected to occur on Wednesday afternoon into the evening hours. Snow on the roadways may also make it more difficult to drive during high tide on flood prone streets as the snow may cover some of the street flooding.

High tide at the Townsend’s Inlet Bridge between Avalon and Sea Isle city will occur Tuesday at 10:42am and again at 11:01pm; on Wednesday at 11:25am, and again at 11:47pm; and on Thursday at 12:14pm. Never attempt to drive on any street that is flooded as this puts you and your vehicle at risk. If you live on a flood prone street in our community move your vehicle onto your driveway or consider moving your vehicle to another section of our Borough that typically does not flood, especially during the high tide events on Wednesday. It is possible the Townsend’s Inlet Bridge may need to be closed due to unsafe conditions on the approach roads.

Now is the time to secure outdoor objects that are prone to strong winds including trash cans and patio furniture. Contractors should secure all construction sites. If you have a power outage during the storm, please contact Atlantic City Electric at 1-800-833-7476. Never attempt to pick up or drive over any utility wires. If you have an emergency, dial 911.

The Borough will remain in contact with the Cape May County Office of Emergency Management, the New Jersey State Police, and the National Weather Service for the duration of this storm event. Continue to follow updates from traditional media outlets, and on this web page for community updates.

Here is the text of the warnings and advisory issued on Tuesday, March 20^th from the National Weather Service:

Winter Storm Warning

URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ 441 AM EDT Tue Mar 20 2018 …A Major Coastal Storm with Significant Impacts… .A pair of low pressure systems today will consolidate into one major Nor`easter later tonight and Wednesday. This is expected to bring significant impacts to our region, starting with areas of mixed precipitation today and tonight, then significant snowfall during Wednesday. Consideration should be given to no unnecessary travel Wednesday afternoon and evening when the heaviest snow with hourly accumulation rates of 1 to 3 inches should occur

WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 AM EDT THURSDAY…

* WHAT…Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow   accumulations of 4 to 10 inches, and ice accumulations of a   light glaze are possible.

* WHERE…Portions of southern New Jersey, northeast Maryland  and central and southern Delaware.

* WHEN…From 6 PM this evening to 2 AM EDT Thursday. Rain   develops northward this morning and mixes with wet snow and   sleet for some areas through tonight, then changes to all snow   Wednesday morning and becomes heavy at times. The snow tapers   off Wednesday evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on difficult travel conditions,   including during the evening commute on Wednesday. Significant   reductions in visibility are possible. Northeast to north winds   will gust 30 to 45 mph while snowfall rates of 1 to 3 inches   per hour develop midday Wednesday. Widespread power outages may   develop Wednesday afternoon and evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow, sleet and ice will make travel very hazardous or impossible. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Coastal Flood Warning

COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 AM EDT THURSDAY… The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a Coastal Flood Warning, which is in effect from 8:00 PM this evening until 5:00 AM Thursday. The Coastal Flood Watch is no longer in effect.

* LOCATIONS…Coastal areas of Cape May County and Cumberland   County in New Jersey, and Sussex County and Kent County in   Delaware.

* COASTAL FLOODING…Minor flooding is forecast with tonight`s   high tide. Moderate flooding is expected with the high tides on   Wednesday and Wednesday night.

* TIMING…Flooding may occur for a few hours around the time of   high tide. High tide on the New Jersey and Delaware oceanfront   occurs between 10:15 PM and 11:15 PM tonight, between 10:30 AM   and 11:30 AM on Wednesday, and between 11:00 PM and midnight on   Wednesday night. High tide on the back bays and on Delaware Bay   occurs later than the high tide on the oceanfront. * SURGE…Around 1.5 to 2.0 feet tonight, and around 2.5 to 3.0   feet on Wednesday and Wednesday night.

* WAVES…Around 12 to 18 feet off the coast tonight and   Wednesday, and around 6 to 12 feet on Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS…Numerous roadways will flood and minor to moderate   property damage is possible. The tide and wave action is   expected to result in moderate beach erosion.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… This Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate tidal flooding is imminent. Be prepared for rising water levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency management officials. 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.

Wind Advisory

WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EDT THIS EVENING…

* WINDS…Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* TIMING…Winds increase this morning and remain gusty into early   this evening.

* IMPACTS…Strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and power   lines. Scattered power outages are expected.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… A Wind Advisory means that very windy conditions are expected. Winds this strong can make driving difficult…especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Light-weight outdoor objects such as patio furniture and garbage cans should be secured.