Weather Notice – Lacey Twp. Police Department/Office of Emergency Management – Coastal Flood Advisory – August 21, 2021

*** Coastal Flood Advisory ***

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory for 7pm this evening, August 21, 2021 through 1am Sunday morning, August 22, 2021.

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Tidal portions of Cape May, Ocean, Monmouth, and Middlesex Counties in New Jersey.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 AM EDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities, and along inland tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are
  possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Coastal Flood Advisory means that minor tidal flooding is expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures. Usually, the most vulnerable roadways will flood.

Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting
yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs.

Lacey Township residents living in the low-lying affected areas may voluntarily park their vehicles in Gille Park, located at 102 Manchester Avenue in Forked River. All residents that wish to park their vehicles in Gille Park should park in the middle parking lot, adjacent to the playground and basketball court. Please ensure that your vehicle is locked.

Thank you.