1Seaside Heights, NJ – A powerful coastal storm is expected to sweep across the region late Wednesday night, bringing damaging winds, heavy rain, and coastal flooding through Friday.

Residents along the shore and inland communities are being urged to prepare now as the system strengthens offshore.

Officials warn that travel disruptions, power outages, and flooding could intensify as the storm reaches its peak Thursday night into Friday morning.

Key Points

• Gusts up to 50 mph may down trees and cause isolated power outages

• 1–3 inches of rainfall could lead to localized flooding in low-lying areas

• Coastal flooding and beach erosion likely during high tides Thursday and Friday

High winds threaten power and travel

Forecasters with the National Weather Service in Mount Holly say w

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