Questions about
Weather, Storms, Temperature

Just heard some bad predictions from hurricane experts. Next season will be 19 named storms, nine hurricanes, 4 major hurricanes, and high possibility of US landfall.

Don't want to get into debate over global warming but this is just as I feared. More and more bad storms for us.

Inside is a link to a page from a FEMA brochure that was produced *after* Sandy, showing the anticipated flood insurance savings if you build above the Base Flood Elevation.

Article inside.

Anyone on here remember? It was before I bought my condo but I did drive onto the Island the following week and actually talked my way past a policeman saying I was checking out my father's partner's place (not true!). Anyway, I recall Harvey Cedars took the brunt of it back then. I didnt go south of the causeway. Comparisons to Sandy in terms of water levels & damage from anyone that recalls or was affected?

Has anyone noticed that Long Beach Township( as per website) is requiring an electrical inspection by a licensed electrician before power is resumed. What about the people that already hve power? This is a waste of time and money especially if yuor electrical was not affected. Anyone have thoughts on this?

Does anyone know if the 2 gazebos behind bay village survived?

Enclosed is a link to a photo I took today at Fred's Diner in Beach Haven.

A picture is worth 1,000 words....

is the general public now allowed on the island now? Is there full access. I dont own a home there anymore but used to and would love to come down to see how that house is, for sentimental reasons.
Thanks

Does anyone know the current water situation in Beach Haven? Has service been restored to only certain areas?

Do I still need a placard to get on the island? Ship Bottom on Saturday...

I just noticed that the lbieoc.org site has a form for Found Property like boats or whatever.

I am being selfish, but does anyone know anything about Norwood and Berkeley Avenues? How far did the ocean go on these streets? Was everything flooded here and what about the houses? Thanks for answering if you have any info. I have looked at all the videos and I did not see my street.

Was there any damage to the lighthouse? Also I heard Andy's , the shop at the lighthouse was washed away. Is this true?

Does anyone know the status of the houses on Joshua Ave in Holgate?

Did the Engleside Inn suffer any major damage?

Does anyone know if Howard's Restaurant is ok? Bay Village and Fantasy Island? Thanks.

Hi - this weekend they are requiring resident placards to get across the bridge. Can you tell me what these placards are and where you get one? I have proof of residency - will they let me on with just that?

can i get on the island this weekend? need to see our shipbottom house...

were any businesses on the island destroyed?