High Tide Threatens Cape May: Flood Warning Through Saturday Morning

Issue #432

August 22, 2025

In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

‍🌀 High Tide Threatens Cape May: Flood Warning Through Saturday Morning  

☔ Hurricane Erin’s Surf Threatens Millions in Shoreline Repairs Across NJ Beaches

 💥 Crash on Rural New Jersey Road Turns Fatal for Avalon Resident

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👇 Here’s what’s going on in the Cape May Local Area👇  

 August 22

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High Tide Threatens Cape May: Flood Warning Through Saturday Morning  

 

 

  A coastal flood warning remains in effect for Cape May County until 2 a.m. on Saturday, with the National Weather Service predicting water levels to rise two to three feet above ground in low-lying coastal and tidal areas. The most severe flooding is expected during Thursday evening’s high tide, potentially causing road closures and flooding of homes, businesses, and infrastructure near the shoreline. Shoreline erosion and hazardous surf conditions, including dangerous rip currents, are also expected. Residents are urged to avoid flooded areas, follow emergency guidance, and stay out of the water unless experienced and near a lifeguard.

Hurricane Erin’s Surf Threatens Millions in Shoreline Repairs Across NJ Beaches

 

 Hurricane Erin, currently passing far offshore, is sending massive waves toward the Jersey Shore, threatening to undo recent beach replenishment projects and worsen erosion. Though the storm isn’t expected to bring significant rain or wind to New Jersey, coastal towns are bracing for 10 to 17-foot waves and strong northeast winds, especially in Cape May, Wildwood and Atlantic City. Local officials have issued warnings to residents in flood-prone areas and implemented swimming bans in more than a dozen beach towns. Communities like Avalon and Strathmere, which have already seen dune loss and lack federal funding for replenishment, are especially vulnerable. As high surf and rip currents continue, erosion and beach access issues are likely to escalate.

Crash on Rural New Jersey Road Turns Fatal for Avalon Resident 

 An 81-year-old Avalon man died six days after a head-on crash on Route 557 in Estell Manor. The accident occurred on August 12 when his car crossed the center line and struck a pickup truck. The collision occurred near milepost 15.9 around 1:30 p.m. Emergency responders arrived at the scene, where the elderly driver was found with injuries described as moderate at the time. He was transported for medical treatment but succumbed to his injuries six days later on August 18. The pickup driver sustained minor injuries. 

What was the intended guest capacity of the Mount Vernon Hotel in Cape May, which was considered the largest hotel in the world at the time of its construction in the 1850s?

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Answer to the August 21st Trivia Question

Cape May is recognized as one of the oldest seaside resorts in the United States. When did it begin to attract vacationers from Philadelphia?

A) Late 17th century
B) Mid-18th century
C) Early 19th century
D) Mid-19th century

Answer: B) Mid-18th century

Cape May began hosting vacationers from Philadelphia in the mid-18th century, making it one of the country's oldest seaside resort destinations​.

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