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COURT HOUSE – National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a blizzard warning for Cape May County.
The blizzard warning will be in effect from 9 p.m., Jan 3, to 7 p.m., Jan 4. Blizzard conditions are expected. Travel will be very dangerous to impossible, including during the morning commute on Thursday. Tree branches could fall, as well. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches are expected.
Winds gusting as high as 50 mph in blowing snow will cause whiteout conditions. Significant drifting of snow is likely. Scattered power outages could develop. Precautionary and preparedness actions are urged.
Travel should be avoided if possible. If travel is necessary, motorists should carry a winter survival kit in the vehicle. If you should become stranded, stay with the vehicle. Latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 511.
The blizzard warning will be in effect from 9 p.m., Jan 3, to 7 p.m., Jan 4. Blizzard conditions are expected. Travel will be very dangerous to impossible, including during the morning commute on Thursday. Tree branches could fall, as well. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches are expected.
Winds gusting as high as 50 mph in blowing snow will cause whiteout conditions. Significant drifting of snow is likely. Scattered power outages could develop. Precautionary and preparedness actions are urged.
Travel should be avoided if possible. If travel is necessary, motorists should carry a winter survival kit in the vehicle. If you should become stranded, stay with the vehicle. Latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 511.
A coastal flood advisory will be in effect from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. Jan. 4.
High tide on the southern New Jersey ocean front occurs around 9:30 a.m. with minor flooding anticipated. High tide on the back bays occurs later than the high tide on the ocean front.
Surge will be half a foot to a foot above astronomical tide, and waves will be 2 to 4 feet.
Localized roadway flooding is expected. Some roads may be closed due to high water. In addition, stagnant flood waters may freeze on road surfaces.
A coastal flood advisory means that minor tidal flooding is expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures. Usually the most vulnerable roadways will flood.
Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs.
Visit the Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service at water.weather.gov/ahps for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Surge will be half a foot to a foot above astronomical tide, and waves will be 2 to 4 feet.
Localized roadway flooding is expected. Some roads may be closed due to high water. In addition, stagnant flood waters may freeze on road surfaces.
A coastal flood advisory means that minor tidal flooding is expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures. Usually the most vulnerable roadways will flood.
Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs.
Visit the Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service at water.weather.gov/ahps for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Be sure to continue to monitor NWS’ latest forecasts for updated information at http://www.weather.gov/phi/winter.
