Jersey Shore towns brace for another round of heavy rain, flooding
Residents living in areas where they see water rising out of storm drains should be extra alert Friday during the morning and evening high tides.
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From Hudson to Monmouth counties, flood waters on Friday damaged homes in Ocean Township.
Heavy rain combined with continued higher than normal tides created a flooding situation in low lying areas.
In Manasquan, the projected high tide at 8 a.m. will crest just below moderate flood stage. But with heavy overnight rains, storm drains won't be able to handle the runoff once the tide comes in.
Residents living in areas where they see water rising out of storm drains should be extra alert Friday during the morning and evening high tides.
Flooding in Deal
Heavy overnight and morning rains are still causing road closures in Monmouth County, including Route 71 in Deal.
Flooding has closed both northbound and southbound lanes of the road near Brighton Avenue.
This area is known for frequent flooding during heavy rain events.
Flooding in Asbury Park
Water sweeps over Wesley Lake Avenue in Asbury Park.
Downed tree in Wall Township blocks major road
Heavy rain and strong winds along the coast brought down a large branch blocking a major road in Wall Township this morning. The closure affects Atlantic Avenue just east of the Route 35 circle.
As of 6:15 a.m., Wall Township Public Works was on scene to remove the tree.
More weather coverage:
THUNDERBOLT 12: Monitoring road conditions as heavy rain moves in
GUIDE: Flooding safety tips to follow
FORECAST: Local forecast report
LIVE RADAR: Track today's storm
