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Blizzard Warning in Coastal NJ: How much is it going to snow in Philadelphia, New Jersey, Delaware?
A significant winter storm is expected to bring widespread heavy snow and dangerous travel conditions to the Philadelphia region Sunday into Monday, with forecasters increasing confidence in major impacts.
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - Atlantic City is preparing for a severe and potentially dangerous winter storm expected to bring heavy snow, strong winds and coastal flooding beginning Sunday.
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What we know:
According to the National Weather Service, Atlantic City could receive up to 24 inches of snow, with wind gusts reaching 52 mph.
Officials say those conditions could create blizzard-level impacts, including whiteout visibility and extremely hazardous travel conditions.
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Moderate coastal flooding is forecast late Sunday evening and potentially again around midday Monday, which may further affect roadways and city operations.
City officials are strongly discouraging travel unless absolutely necessary for emergency purposes.
City preparations
The Department of Public Works has initiated full storm operations, including brining, salting and plowing. Crews will operate continuously throughout the storm.
The city’s Emergency Operations Center will open Sunday evening and remain active through at least Monday evening, with the possibility of extended operations depending on conditions.
Additional police, fire and emergency personnel will be staged throughout the city.
Snow emergency routes and towing
Atlantic City will enforce snow emergency routes beginning Sunday at 4 p.m. through Tuesday morning. Vehicles parked along these routes will be subject to towing.
Snow emergency routes include:
- Atlantic Avenue
- Martin Luther King Boulevard
- Ohio Avenue
- Indiana Avenue
- Melrose Avenue
- Arctic Avenue
- Fairmount Avenue / Baltic Avenue
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Officials say keeping these routes clear is critical for emergency response access.
Percent Chance of 6" Snow or More: Sunday Morning through Monday Afternoon (NWS)
Free parking locations
At the request of the city’s Office of Emergency Management, the New Jersey Casino Reinvestment Development Authority has authorized free parking for residents and visitors through at least Tuesday, weather permitting.
Free parking is available at:
- Wave Parking Garage (corner of Mississippi and Fairmount Avenues, second floor)
- Showboat Hotel Parking Garage
What residents should do
City officials encourage residents to:
- Avoid unnecessary travel.
- Check on elderly neighbors and individuals with mobility or medical needs.
- Sign up for AC Alerts for emergency notifications.
- Monitor National Weather Service updates and city social media channels.
Additional announcements regarding trash collection, municipal operations and service changes will be issued as conditions warrant.
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The Source: This article was written using information provided by the City of Atlantic City Office of Emergency Management.