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Friday, February 8, 2013

UPDATE: Coastal Flood Warning Issued Along With Winter Storm Warning in Matawan-Aberdeen Area

A wintery mix has begun to fall in the Bayshore.

The National Weather Service has upgraded the coastal flood watch to a coastal flood warning, as of Friday morning. This warning is in addition to the winter storm warning and hazardous weather outlook already issued for the Matawan-Aberdeen area.  A wintery mix has already begun to fall on the Bayshore. The National Weather Service predicts that moderate flooding will be experienced by coastal communities during Friday evening's high tide. Moderate flooding is expected during Saturday morning's high tide.  The National Weather Service also predicts that rain and snow will continue to fall before turning into all snow at about 11 p.m. Friday. Snow is expected to fall until about 10 a.m. Saturday morning, resulting in anywhere between five …

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

'Let It Snow 2013' at the Middletown Arts Center

Suddenly a snowy landscape goes perfectly with the show at the MAC through Jan. 27.

A special exhibit at the Middletown Arts Center coincides perfectly with a day when newly fallen snow transforms the view out of our windows into a stark visual landscape, where pearled lawns are painted with the bluish strokes of leafless trees.  An exhibit currently on view through Jan. 27 called "Let It Snow 2013" includes 40 pieces of art created by local community artists. Some of the local scenes are recognizable, and some of the artwork is available for purchase.  "We welcome the public into our warm gallery to view the beauty of winter," said MAC Curator Maggie O'Brien. This is the second year the MAC has invited the talented artists in the area to submit their favorite work for the show. "It was so successful last year, we wanted …

Special Weather Statement Issued for Matawan-Aberdeen Area

The National Weather Service issued the statement due to Monday night’s snowfall and today’s icy road conditions.

Monmouth County residents woke up this morning to the first snow of 2013. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), anywhere from a half-inch, to an inch and a half of snow fell Monday night, causing hazardous road conditions this morning. At 9:30 a.m. the NWS reported that it was 19 degrees in the Matawan area, but with the wind chill, it felt more like 15 degrees outside. Due to the drop in temperature, the NWS has issued a Special Weather Statement for much of New Jersey, including Monmouth County. The Special Weather Statement asks residents to watch out for icy road conditions this morning, suggesting that drivers use extra care while on the roads and to leave plenty of space between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. …

Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Strong Wind Gusts, Coastal Flooding Predicted for Bayshore Area

Heavy rain combined with high tide is expected to cause flooding in coastal regions tonight and Thursday morning.

The National Weather Service is predicting that heavy rain combined with high tide will cause moderate flooding in communities along the Raritan Bay tonight and potentially Thursday morning. Wind between 23 and 35 miles per hour with gusts reaching 50 miles per hour are also predicted between 4 p.m. on Wednesday through 1 a.m. Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.  The wind may cause property damage, especially to holiday decorations that are not secured well enough. Branches may also be blown down, the service says, causing scattered power outages in the region. The National Weather Service also cautions drivers that operating high profile vehicles during high winds, especially on elevated roads, can be dangerous. By …

Friday, January 20, 2012

Winter Weather Advisory for Monmouth County

The National Weather Service is calling for snow in our area.

Monmouth County residents could see wintry weather over the next 48 hours, and for the first time since October 2011 it could cover the ground. The National Weather Service in Mount Holly issued a Winter weather warning for the area, beginning with rain and sleet tonight and very early Saturday morning and quickly turning to snow. One to three inches of snow are expected to accumulate, varying throughout the region. The snow will mix in with rain and sleet and "spread over the region" Saturday morning. But the snow may not last on the ground for very long; the weather service is calling for rising temperatures by Sunday, which will turn snow into rain. The National Weather Service says a Winter weather advisory means travelers should …

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