The National Weather Service continues to track a major winter storm that is expected to impact Stone Harbor and the eastern seaboard of the United States this Friday and Saturday, January 22nd-23rd. The Service is now confident that there will be a greater flooding risk to barrier island communities along the New Jersey shoreline as a result of this coastal storm.
A storm is moving in our direction and is expected to bring some snow, rain, strong winds, and moderate to potentially major coastal flooding in our region. As of Wednesday morning at 6:00am there were no official advisories, watches, or warnings, but they are expected in the next 24 hours. The heaviest snow currently is forecasted to be away from the coastline, although some snow is expected in our community. A full moon is expected to complicate the flooding along the New Jersey shore. A track closer to the shore would bring more rain to our region, and a track to the south would lessen the overall impacts. Please continue to monitor this website and traditional media outlets for the updated information over the next few days.
The strongest winds are currently expected to be during the morning hours on Saturday.
Here is the latest briefing from the National Weather Service. Please remember, this forecast can change over the next 48 hours: National Weather Service Update Weekend Coastal Storm
