North Cape May — Due to the anticipated track and effects of Hurricane Sandy, Cape May – Lewes Ferry (CMLF) officials announced that the ferry service will suspend operations following the last scheduled departures the evening of Oct. 27. The last departures will be the 6:00 p.m. from Cape May, New Jersey and 7:45 p.m. from Lewes, Del. Given the current weather forecast concerning the impending storm, the ferry service expects to be closed from Oct. 28 through Oct. 30.
For the safety of the ferry vessels during Hurricane Sandy, CMLF marine personnel will transport all vessels upriver. The MV Twin Capes and MV Cape May have departed Cape May this morning. Early Sunday morning, the MV Delaware, MV New Jersey and MV Cape Henlopen will make the trek north. All vessels will be moored at Holt Marine Terminal in Gloucester City.
It remains uncertain as to when the Cape May – Lewes Ferry will resume operations. Travelers who plan to use the Cape May – Lewes Ferry later this week are urged to call toll free at 800 643-3779, visit CMLF online at www.cmlf.com for the latest departure information.
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