The National Weather Service has again revised the forecast for our Borough. As of late Monday afternoon, a Winter Storm Warning has been added to the Coastal Flood Warning for our community. The potential now exists for widespread moderate coastal flooding and the possibility of between three to six inches of snow during a storm event Monday night through the day on Tuesday.
Snow is expected to develop during the overnight hours into Tuesday morning, and snow will continue until Tuesday evening. Accumulating snow is expected to affect some travel in our region during the next 24 hours. Please exercise caution while driving.
The Coastal Flood Warning is in effect through Tuesday at 12 Noon. High tide will occur at the Townsend’s Inlet Bridge between Avalon and Sea Isle City on Monday at 7:54pm, and again on Tuesday morning at 8:16am. Areas of Avalon that typically experience flooding during coastal storm events will likely see flood water during these two high tides. They include portions of Ocean Drive from the inlet south to 29th Street; Ocean Drive from 33rd Street south to 41st Street; and Ocean Drive south of 49th Street. Other areas may include the 200 block of Dune Drive in the business district, areas west of the bridges on 21st Street and 25th Street, Bay Park Marina, and other locations.
Never attempt to drive on any flooded street as it puts you and your vehicle in danger; driving on a flooded street also creates an unnecessary wake that can damage businesses and residential properties. Never park on any bridge in our community. Please consider moving your car to higher ground in advance of the next two high tide events. If you have any emergency, dial 911. If you experience a power outage, call Atlantic City Electric’s outage number at 1-800-833-7476.
Continue to monitor traditional media outlets for updates on this weather forecast.
