Historic Storm Destroys Cape May Eagle Nest, Raising Fears for Eggs

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February 25, 2026

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In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

📰Historic Storm Destroys Cape May Eagle Nest, Raising Fears for Eggs

⛴ Blizzard Aftermath: Cape May Carriage Company Loses Longtime Horse

🐦‍⬛Cape May County Airport After FAA Rejects Housing Request

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Historic Storm Destroys Cape May Eagle Nest, Raising Fears for Eggs

A well-known bald eagle nesting tower between Cape May and Wildwood Crest collapsed during a powerful winter blizzard, alarming local residents and birdwatchers who frequent the site. The structure, located near Ocean Drive and the Middle Thorofare Bridge, had long served as a seasonal nesting spot for a pair of eagles and was a popular roadside attraction. The fallen nest represents a symbolic setback in a conservation success story decades in the making. In the 1970s, bald eagles had nearly vanished from New Jersey, with just a single breeding pair remaining in a remote section of Cumberland County. Scientists linked the population collapse to the pesticide DDT, which weakened eggshells and devastated reproduction rates. After DDT was banned in 1972, wildlife officials and nonprofit groups began an ambitious recovery effort. Starting in the 1980s, eagles were reintroduced to the state from Canada. Artificial incubation, fostering programs, and close nest monitoring gradually helped the population rebound. The bald eagle was removed from New Jersey’s endangered species list following years of steady growth, and federal protections remain in place under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. After the storm passed, Lower Township residents discovered the tower had fallen into the surrounding marsh. Observers reported that one eagle was seen perched on the damaged structure. With bald eagle nesting season already underway in New Jersey — typically beginning in February — there are growing concerns that eggs may have been incubating when the tower gave way. The incident has drawn attention on social media and raised questions about whether other nesting platforms across the state sustained storm damage.

Blizzard Aftermath: Cape May Carriage Company Loses Longtime Horse

The Ocean City Fishing Pier will temporarily close to the public beginning Monday, March 2, 2026, to allow for a scheduled improvement and beautification project, according to the Cape May County Bridge Commission. The work is aimed at enhancing safety, improving functionality, and upgrading the overall appearance of the well-used waterfront facility. The pier will remain closed throughout the construction period to ensure public safety. Officials anticipate the project will be completed and the pier reopened prior to Memorial Day weekend, weather permitting. The Bridge Commission said it will provide updates on the reopening timeline as work progresses and thanked residents and visitors for their patience during the temporary closure.

 

Blizzard Aftermath: Cape May Carriage Company Loses Longtime Horse

  Diesel, a male horse owned by the Cape May Carriage Company, became trapped in snowy and muddy conditions as the storm dumped between 8 and 16 inches of snow across the region. According to the company, the horse rolled into a muddy section of a field during the height of the storm and was soon buried under heavy snowfall. Workers spent hours trying to free Diesel before calling for additional assistance. Police officers, firefighters and members of the U.S. Coast Guard ultimately helped rescue the animal. Despite those efforts, Diesel was left severely weakened and unable to stand. In an attempt to help him recover, staff created a makeshift bedding area using roughly 800 pounds of hay and covered him with additional hay and blankets to keep him warm through the night. By Tuesday morning, however, Diesel remained too weak to rise. After repeated unsuccessful attempts to stand, the company made the decision to euthanize him. In a statement shared on social media, the company described Diesel as a longtime member of its team and said the decision came only after exhausting all available options to prevent further suffering. The loss comes as South Jersey continues to recover from one of the season’s most significant winter storms.

What former borough of Cape May County was dissolved after being severely damaged by the Great Atlantic Hurricane of 1944?

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 Answer to the February 24th Trivia Question

What is the name of the Victorian-era architectural style that became prominent in Cape May after the devastating fire of 1878?

A) Gothic Revival
B) Queen Anne
C) Georgian
D) Italianate

Answer: B) Queen Anne

This style, characterized by features like gingerbread trim, gables, and turrets, became popular in Cape May as the town was rebuilt following the fire​

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