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How did the powerful nor'easter affect Atlantic County during the weekend of September 28, 2026?

Rough seas and high tides battered Atlantic County coastlines The powerful nor'easter brought significant adverse weather to coastal New Jersey, including Atlantic County. Rough surf and high tides battered the shoreline, leading to beach erosion in areas like Atlantic City. The county remained part of the affected region, which was under a state of emergency.

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  • The nor'easter caused widespread power outages in New Jersey due to strong winds.abc7ny.com
  • The event brought flooding, beach erosion, and power outages to coastal communities.abc7ny.com
  • In Atlantic City, waves washed away portions of the beach as rough surf battered the shoreline.abc7ny.com
  • Coastal communities had to weather one more high tide cycle that morning.abc7ny.com

Why it matters

The impacts included beach erosion and the need for emergency services to respond to residents trapped by flooding in coastal areas. The county was part of the affected region, which was under a state of emergency.

What we don't know yet

  • What was the extent of the beach erosion in Atlantic City?
  • How many counties remained under a state of emergency?

What would change this answer

The high tides failed to recede quickly.The risk of further flooding and infrastructure damage in low-lying areas of Atlantic County would increase.
The rough surf subsided and the tides returned to normal.The immediate danger to the coast would pass, allowing for a return to normal operations.

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