Atlantic City, New Jersey – Strong winds, minor coastal flooding, and prolonged cold are affecting parts of the Mid-Atlantic Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly, a coastal storm is producing wind gusts up to 50 mph along coastal Delaware, southeastern New Jersey, and the southern Poconos. Inland areas, including parts of eastern Pennsylvania and central New Jersey, may see gusts between 25 and 35 mph, with the strongest winds expected through the day Sunday.
Forecasters warned that minor coastal and tidal flooding is occurring along the New Jersey and Delaware coasts, including areas south of Barnegat Bay, back bays, and the Delaware Bay shoreline. Flooding is tied to the Sunday morning high tide cycle, with water potentially reaching typically vulnerable roadways near US-30, Route 47, DE-1, and Route 37. Some flooding may linger into the next high tide cycles, though impacts are expected to be lower.
Marine conditions remain hazardous. The National Weather Service said gale-force winds continue over coastal waters, with seas building to 8–12 feet in the Atlantic and 3–6 feet in the Delaware Bay. Moderate to heavy freezing spray is also possible, particularly in the Delaware Bay.
In addition to wind and coastal impacts, dangerously cold conditions persist across the region. Wind chills remain below zero in parts of the southern Poconos, where a Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect through Monday morning. Sub-freezing temperatures are expected to continue across much of the region into the upcoming week, though some coastal areas may briefly rise above freezing Tuesday.
Commuters, students, and coastal residents are urged to secure loose outdoor objects, avoid flooded roadways, and exercise caution while traveling, especially along coastal and elevated routes.
The National Weather Service will continue monitoring conditions as the storm exits and cold air remains in place.
