City of Ocean City, NJ - Office of Emergency Management

Special Weather Statement:

12:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 21, 2021

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect for Ocean City through 6 p.m. Wednesday (April 21, 2021).

Damaging winds and heavy rain are possible with some of the storms expected to pass through the region on Wednesday.

Residents and guests are asked to closely monitor the forecast and weather conditions. Please don’t be caught off-guard. Heavy rain flooding can impact parts of the island that don’t typically experience tidal flooding. Be prepared to move vehicles. The roads closer to the beach including Central and Wesley avenues are at higher elevation. These roads also offer the safest routes of travel across the length of the island.

For your safety and the protection of your vehicle and neighboring properties, never attempt to drive through flood waters, and do not drive around barricades.

For Police & Fire Department emergencies, call 911. For non-emergencies, call 609-399-9111.

Ocean City, New Jersey
861 Asbury Avenue
Ocean City, NJ 08226
(609) 399-6111
www.ocnj.us