They are expecting even more flooding Tuesday. "Safety is paramount and that's why it is important that we take this storm seriously."Ītlantic City officials are urging residents to move their cars to higher ground and not drive through the floodwaters. "We encourage residents to stay safe," Small said. Pieces of deck and siding and a jet ski floated by."Īs more rain is expected to fall, safety is a top concern down the shore. "A lot of stuff floating," Eileen Ball said. In Ocean City, schools closed early to beat the flooding.Īt its worst, debris was seen floating down the street. "To see the dune damage that we are getting today is a big concern for the rest of the winter," Rosenello said. Mayor Patrick Rosenello says he is worried about major beach erosion. In North Wildwood, trucks tried to make it through the flooded streets. "It's a little flooded," a PJ Buckets employee said, "but we are still open as are the other businesses on Dorsett Avenue." PJ Buckets on Dorsett Avenue in Ventnor says the water normally doesn't come up this far, but the flooding didn't stop customers from coming on for Atlantic City Restaurant Week. "We have a tremendous emergency management team," Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small said, "and we are preparing for everything." O5zKz9GoK2- Kerri Corrado October 3, 2022 Highs will be in the 70s by the end of the week.įlooding in Atlantic City in the area of New Jersey Ave. Thursday will be the day to relax, as the remnants of Ian finally leave us, giving the entire metro area sunshine and dry weather. Even just an inch or two of water can carry large cars away. Use caution and remember to "turn around, don't drown" when you're not sure how much water is standing in a roadway. Areas that typically flood, like Kelly Drive, will have spots to avoid. With high tides in the afternoons, even Wednesday may bring issues.įurther inland, bands of heavy rain will continue across the Philadelphia region. Areas from Atlantic County all the way through the Wildwoods and Cape May should stay clear of the coastline, and use caution when traveling along any roads close to the beaches and boardwalks. Waves as high as 8 feet will continue to pound the shoreline, along with 1-2 feet inundation. Tuesday to compensate for more issues along the coast with rushing water and high tides, and inland, along streams, rivers and inlets. PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - Our Next Weather Alert Day continues through Tuesday afternoon, with waves of rain, gusty winds, and more flooding potential at the Jersey Shore.Ī Coastal Flood Warning and Advisory is in effect through 9 p.m.
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