Cooler temperatures will precede the coastal flooding expected on Thursday at high tide. (Courtesy of National Weather Service)
The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory in effect for Ocean City, Strathmere and nearby coastal areas from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday.
Strong and gusty north winds combined with an exceptionally high tide from a recent full moon will cause “minor” coastal flooding conditions on Thursday morning.
Water levels are predicted to crest in the hours around high tide on the bay side (Ninth Street Bridge) of Ocean City at 10:18 a.m. Thursday. High tide on the bay side of Strathmere near Corson’s Inlet is at 10 a.m. Thursday.
The NWS predicts a peak water level of 5.8 feet on the mean low water scale (MLW), which is slightly higher than what the area recently experienced on Oct. 1. Visit www.ocnj.us/octides to compare this prediction to other recent and historic tide levels.
Residents should be prepared to monitor conditions and to move vehicles to safe places well in advance of this high tide. The roads closer to the beach, including Central and Wesley avenues, are typically at higher elevation.
Parking is now free at all municipal lots in the city. Parking also will be available at the Trinity United Methodist Church at 20 North Shore Road in Marmora.
For your safety and the protection of your vehicle and neighboring properties, never drive on any street covered by water. Please do not disregard barricades on flooded streets.
For Police and Fire Department emergencies, call 911. For non-emergencies, call 609-399-9111.
