City of Ocean City, NJ - Office of Emergency Management

Special Weather Statement:

3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 30, 2021

The National Weather Service issued a Coastal Flood Watch in effect for Ocean City from 7 a.m. Monday (Feb. 1, 2021) through 5 p.m. Tuesday (Feb. 2, 2021).

The Watch predicts water levels in the range of moderate flooding through three high-tide cycles as a winter storm passes from Sunday through Tuesday.

The National Weather Service predicts a water level of 6.6 feet on the mean low water (MLW) scale for a high tide at 10:38 a.m. Monday (Feb. 1) on the bay side of Ocean City. The forecast calls for a water level of 6.9 feet MLW at 11:15 p.m. Monday (Feb. 1) and 6.6 feet MLW at 11:28 a.m. Tuesday (Feb. 2). By comparison, the water level reached a peak of 6.21 feet during a winter storm on Dec. 16-17, 2020. Visit www.ocnj.us/octides to compare the new predictions to other recent and historic tide levels.

The latest forecast calls for a major storm to bring heavy rain and sustained northeast winds peaking on Monday at 35 to 45 mph before tapering off late Tuesday. These factors would contribute to flooding conditions.

Street flooding is likely prior to high tide and may not fully drain between tide cycles. Vehicles should be moved from areas that typically experience tidal flooding well in advance of high tide on Monday morning. The roads closer to the beach including Central and Wesley avenues are typically at higher elevation. Parking will be available at the Trinity United Methodist Church at 20 North Shore Road in Marmora (please read letter from Trinity if you take advantage of this service).

Please monitor the forecasts and check back here for updates as the predictions may change for better or worse as this weather system approaches.

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. City crews are out clearing storm drains in advance of the storm, but storm preparation can include making sure inlets near your home are clear of debris.

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