City of Ocean City, NJ - Office of Emergency Management

Special Weather Statement:

11 a.m. Saturday, July 4, 2020

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory in effect for Ocean City from 7 p.m. to midnight Saturday, July 4, 2020.

The current advisory forecasts water levels to peak in the hours around high tide on the bay side of Ocean City at 8:37 p.m. Saturday. Forecasters predict a level of 5.5 feet on the mean low water scale (MLW) -- just above the threshold for "minor flooding." Visit www.ocnj.us/octides to compare these predictions to other recent and historic tide levels.

East winds could to contribute to flooding conditions.

Residents should monitor conditions and be prepared to move vehicles from areas that experience tidal flooding. The roads closer to the beach including Central and Wesley avenues are typically at higher elevation. For your safety and the protection of your vehicle and neighboring properties, never attempt to drive through flood waters, and do not drive around barricades.

For Police & Fire Department emergencies, call 911. For non-emergencies, call 609-399-9111.

Ocean City, New Jersey
861 Asbury Avenue
Ocean City, NJ 08226
(609) 399-6111
www.ocnj.us