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Coastal Flood Advisory Issued for Cape May County as Tides Rise
19 Aug
Summary
- Coastal flood advisory issued for Cape May County
- Up to 0.5 feet of flooding expected in low-lying areas
- Vulnerable roads and some road closures possible
On Tuesday, August 20th, 2025, the National Weather Service released a coastal flood advisory for Cape May County, New Jersey. The advisory is valid between 4 PM and 10 PM on the same day.
According to the weather service, the area is expected to experience up to 0.5 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. This level of flooding is expected to begin affecting the most vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities, as well as along inland tidal waterways. Partial or full road closures are possible as a result.
The weather service has cautioned residents and travelers to avoid leaving their vehicles in locations prone to tidal flooding and to refrain from driving through flood waters, as the depth may be greater than it appears, putting both people and vehicles at risk of damage.
