Flash Flood — Cape May, New Jersey

2020-07-10 · near Avalon, Cape May, New Jersey

Event narrative

Widespread roadway flooding occurred in Avalon, with many streets becoming impassable. Several vehicles were stranded in the flood waters.

Wider weather episode

Tropical Storm Fay moved northward along the coasts of Delaware and New Jersey on the afternoon and evening of July 10. The storm produced rainfall totals up to 3 to 6 inches in New Jersey, with the highest totals occurring in the southern part of the state. Some areas also experienced a period of tropical storm force winds, especially near the coast. Overall impacts from wind were limited.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 894510. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.