Storm Update – Snow, Flooding And Power Outages Possible For Jersey Shore

The Jersey Shore is bracing for a weekend storm that will feature heavy snow, rain, strong winds and coastal flooding.

Based on the latest information, the Jersey Shore may avoid the highest snow accumulations, but 2 to 4 foot storm surges combined with the astronomical high tide could cause major flooding along the Shore.

Winds will be sustained at 25 to 35 mph with gusts that could reach 60 mph and that could certainly lead to downed trees and power outages.

The first snowflakes will arrive at the Jersey Shore Friday around sunset, and the storm will wrap up on Sunday. Our meteorologist Dan Zarrow expects the snow to turn to rain or a mix for a time on Saturday. Dan will be publishing a snow forecast map later this afternoon.

It certainly sounds like, one way or another, this is a weekend to stay in. Please take advantage of the next few days to prepare for the weekend storm, and stay up to date on Dan's latest forecast.