As a result of a cold front passing through the area today, the potential for severe weather exists. Damaging winds, heavy rain and hail are all possible. Please take all necessary precautions.
In preparation for this weekend’s impending coastal storm, the boat ramp located on 81st Street will close today at 1:00pm and re-open on Sunday afternoon, conditions permitting. Additionally, Public Works is requesting residents delay the placement of bulk trash on the curb until Sunday afternoon. If you have bulk trash already on the curb, we are requesting that you retrieve it.
A strong coastal storm is predicted to bring heavy rain, high winds and coastal flooding to Stone Harbor this weekend.
The Stone Harbor boat ramp located on 81st Street will be closed today, May 4th, 2022 from 7:30am until 3:00pm for repairs. An alternate location to launch and retrieve your boats is located at 54th Street and Ocean Drive in Avalon.
A COASTAL FLOOD WARNING WILL BE IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 3 AM EDT TUESDAY…
WHAT…One to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
WHERE…In New Jersey, Cape May and Atlantic Coastal Cape May. In Delaware, Kent, Inland Sussex and Delaware Beaches.
WHEN…From 7 PM this evening to 3 AM EDT Tuesday. High tide occurs at 10:41 PM
IMPACTS…At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs in coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal waterways. Many roads become impassable. Some damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… A Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate or major tidal flooding is occurring or 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 Stone Harbor Boat Ramp located on 81st Street has reopened.
The Stone Harbor boat ramp located at the 80th Street Marina will be closed for repairs from Wednesday, April 3rd until Friday, April 15th. An alternate location to launch and retrieve your boats is located at 54th Street and Ocean Drive in Avalon.
The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for the southern New Jersey coastline. The Warning is in effect from Friday, January 28th at 7pm until Saturday, January 29th, at 7pm. Blizzard conditions are expected with wind gusts approaching 50mph and the potential for 8-15” of snowfall. A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect on Saturday from 3am until 9am; minor tidal flooding is expected.
Travel conditions will be difficult to impossible during this storm event. Driving late Friday night through Saturday is not recommended. Snow is expected to end at some point Saturday afternoon.
Contractors are required to secure their job sites before they stop work for the day on Friday. Consider securing objects on your property that are prone to strong winds. Beach erosion is likely during this storm event. If you have any emergency, dial 911. If you experience a power outage, please call Atlantic City Electric directly at 1-800-833-7476.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for our region. The Warning is in effect for Friday, January 28th, at 7pm until Saturday, January 29th, at 7pm. The current forecast calls for total snow accumulation of nine to 15 inches, and wind gusts of up to 50mph.
Hazardous travel conditions are anticipated late Friday night through Saturday.
There is no significant tidal flooding associated with this storm event. Exercise caution while driving and be aware that snow plows will likely be on our streets to clear snow as quickly and safely as possible. If you have any emergency, dial 911. Friday is the day to secure outdoor objects like trash cans and patio furniture that are subject to strong winds.
Here is the Winter Storm Warning issued by the National Weather Service:
Winter Storm Warning
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ
337 PM EST Thu Jan 27 2022
…WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM FRIDAY TO 7 PM EST
SATURDAY…
* WHAT…Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 9 to 15
inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
* WHERE…Portions of central and southern New Jersey and
southern Delaware.
* WHEN…From 7 PM Friday to 7 PM EST Saturday.
* IMPACTS…Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Gusty
winds could bring down tree branches.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Snow is expected to begin Friday evening in
Delmarva and southern New Jersey, spreading northward overnight
into Saturday morning. Snow may be heavy at times through mid
afternoon Saturday before diminishing Saturday evening. Strong
winds may generate blowing snow and very low visibilities at
times.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Stone Harbor. The Watch is in effect from Friday evening, January 28th through Saturday evening, January 29th. The current forecast calls for between six to 12 inches of snow during this storm with strong gusty winds and minor tidal flooding. There is an expectation this watch will be a warning.
The confidence in this forecast is very low, according to the National Weather Service, as the path of this winter storm will dictate the conditions that we experience locally. There could be changes to the forecast; continue to follow this website and traditional media outlets for updates.
Be aware that travel conditions late Friday night into Saturday will be hazardous. Please secure objects on your property that may be subject to high winds including trash cans and patio furniture. Contractors are required to secure their job sites in advance of this storm event.
We continue to be in contact with our partners at the Cape May County Department of Emergency Management and the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management for updates and alerts. Here is the text of the Winter Storm Watch issued by the National Weather Service:
Winter Storm Watch
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ
313 AM EST Thu Jan 27 2022
…WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH
SATURDAY EVENING…
* WHAT…Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12
inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE…The coastal counties of New Jersey and Sussex County in
Delaware.
* WHEN…From Friday evening through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS…Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Snow is expected to begin Friday evening in
Delmarva and southern New Jersey, spreading northward overnight
into Saturday morning. Snow may be heavy at times through mid
afternoon before diminishing Saturday evening. Strong winds may
generate blowing snow and very low visibilities at times. The
storm total snow forecast remains very uncertain, so stay tuned
to the latest forecasts.
