Brigantine Sustains Major Damage from Nor'easter; Recovery Efforts Underway
What happened
Brigantine is dealing with significant damage sustained from a major nor'easter, which officials say is the most serious since Superstorm Sandy in 2012. The damage includes major beach erosion, severe dune loss in the north end, and extensive damage to the Promenade. Brigantine is seeking disaster declarations from federal, state, and county officials to begin the recovery process.
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Why it matters
The city is working with partners at every level of government to secure the resources needed for the recovery and necessary repairs. Brigantine Mayor Vince Sera has been in contact with Atlantic County officials regarding the needed repairs to the Promenade. State Senator Vince Polistina has offered full support for the significant recovery effort.
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Who's involved
- BrigantineCity experiencing major infrastructure damage from the storm
- Atlantic CountyPartnering with Brigantine on the coordinated recovery effort
- New JerseyThe state is involved in the overall evaluation and support of the recovery effort
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- BrigantineSpeculative
The city might face revenue impacts due to the extensive damage to core infrastructure like the beach and Promenade.
- Atlantic CountySpeculative
Atlantic County could face increased administrative costs while coordinating the immediate disaster response and funding applications.
- New JerseySpeculative
New Jersey may be tasked with evaluating the damage and initiating necessary emergency funding streams to aid the affected areas.
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The entities involved
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New Jersey
state of the United States of America
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Atlantic County
county in New Jersey, United States