Ocean City issues emergency declaration to address erosion concerns
Hurricane Erin and a nor'easter caused major erosion down the shore.
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Hurricane Erin and a nor'easter caused major erosion down the shore.
City councilmembers in Ocean City, New Jersey, voted to declare a local erosion emergency at City Hall Thursday night.
Officials in Upper Township, New Jersey, have declared a state of emergency regarding storm damage and beach erosion in Strathmere.
While no one was injured and there was minimal damage to nearby homes, local leaders in Strathmere fear a future storm system could lead to major flooding.
North Wildwood Mayor Patrick Rosenello said the damage is no easy fix for the Jersey Shore town.
It's a mostly cloudy Tuesday with a few sprinkles likely to be spotted in the morning. Conditions will improve as drier air moves in from the west. Clouds may linger early but should begin to break during the afternoon, allowing for some sunshine to return. Winds will remain breezy at times with gusts around 20 to 30 mph, and highs will reach the mid to upper 60s.
Fortunately, there was no major damage to structures or any injuries reported. However, there is concern that future storms could lead to additional issues, especially when it comes to flooding. Crews are expected to survey the storm damage in Strathmere on Tuesday.
Rain will taper off in the Philadelphia area and at the Jersey Shore overnight into Tuesday morning, and things clear up even more for Wednesday. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the NEXT Weather forecast.
Coastal communities in New Jersey saw "significant flooding" during the storm Sunday and Monday, one mayor said. So far, no serious property damage has been reported.
After a nor'easter caused flooding and strong winds in Ocean City, New Jersey, and along the coast, conditions are starting to improve. Here's the latest.
Some streets are still flooded, and concerns about beach erosion remain after a nor'easter battered the New Jersey and Delaware coast this weekend. CBS News Philadelphia has team coverage of the storm damage and what comes next.
The worst effects of the nor'easter are over, but the risk of coastal flooding remains for Jersey Shore and Delaware beach communities. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
While floodwaters slightly receded down the shore Monday morning due to low tide, the upcoming high tide brings yet another fresh round of coastal flooding concerns.
The Philadelphia area and Jersey Shore towns are feeling the impacts of a nor'easter moving through the region. Coastal communities are preparing for potential flooding again as high tide is set to arrive later Monday afternoon. The weather, however, is not stopping Philadelphia from celebrating the Navy & Marine Corps 250 Parade! Jim Donovan has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Kate Bilo.
The greatest threat of this nor'easter is coastal flooding, as there's still another round of major flooding possible midday when high tide arrives. The wind threats are diminishing, and wind warnings and advisories have been canceled for most of the area. Bands of showers will continue to impact the area all day, but don't expect too much heavy rain. NEXT Weather meteorologist Kate Bilo has your latest forecast for this Monday morning.
Officials said the peak water level was just under 7 feet on Sunday when the nor'easter first began to heavily impact the Jersey Shore. On Day 2 of the storm system, forecasts are calling for a peak water level of 7.4 feet.
A nor'easter is bringing strong winds, big waves and flooding to coastal communities in New Jersey.
A nor'easter along the Jersey Shore is causing tidal flooding, worrying some residents. Reporter Ryan Hughes has the latest from North Wildwood, New Jersey.
Jersey Shore communities are dealing with high waves, flooding and strong winds as a nor'easter batters the coast. CBS News Philadelphia has team coverage of the storm.
A coastal storm will continue to affect the Philadelphia region through Monday, bringing periods of rain, gusty winds and coastal flooding, especially along the New Jersey and Delaware shorelines.
It's a NEXT Weather Alert Day in the Philadelphia area as a nor'easter approaches, which could potentially cause coastal flooding, significant beach erosion and gusty, damaging winds. The biggest concerns, threats and impacts are going to be down at the Jersey Shore, or at least closer to the shore and along the water.
Emergency officials say several shore points could see the highest coastal flood levels our region has experienced in the past decade. The National Weather Service said there's potential for significant damage to some structures along the coast as high tide cycles could cause flooding and lead to beach erosion.
Some strolled the boardwalk Saturday night enjoying the calm before the storm, while others braced for potentially severe flooding and damage.
Some strolled the boardwalk Saturday night enjoying the calm before the storm, while others braced for potentially severe flooding and damage. Ryan Hughes reports.
Residents in Margate, New Jersey fear the incoming Nor'easter could be worse than Hurricane Erin. Ryan Hughes reports.
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