The National Weather Service is warning of high winds along the New Jersey coast. (Graphic courtesy of National Weather Service)
The National Weather Service has issued a high wind warning in effect from 6 p.m. Tuesday through 4 a.m. Wednesday. A flood watch is also in effect for Ocean City from 1 p.m. Tuesday through 6 p.m. Wednesday.
Damaging winds and heavy rain are likely in the region Tuesday and early Wednesday due to an approaching storm from the south. Winds could gust to over 60 mph. The most severe conditions are possible starting Tuesday afternoon and continuing into the early hours of Wednesday.
Loose objects on your property should be brought inside or secured. All contractors are asked to secure job sites. Driving conditions could be hazardous.
Power outages are possible as well as the possibility of fallen trees as the ground is already saturated from recent heavy rains. It’s a good idea to fully charge cell phones in advance of the storm.
Please write down the following emergency contact numbers for local utility companies should you experience outages or other problems during the storm:
• Atlantic City Electric: 800-833-7476
• South Jersey Gas: 888-766-9900
• Comcast Cable: 800-COMCAST (800-266-2278)
The utility companies recommend you contact them directly as soon as you experience a problem so that they can properly track outages and repairs.
A flood watch has been issued due to the potential for heavy rainfall. Please don’t be caught off-guard. Heavy rain flooding can impact parts of the island that don’t typically experience tidal flooding. Be prepared to move vehicles.
The roads closer to the beach including Central and Wesley avenues are at higher elevation, and all municipal parking lots are open for parking.
For Police & Fire Department emergencies, call 911. For non-emergencies, call 609-399-9111.
