Outages In Point Pleasant Beach, Boro Amid Tropical Storm Fay

POINT PLEASANT BEACH — Point Pleasant Boro and Point Pleasant Beach were dealing with the effects of Tropical Storm Fay on Friday as power outages were reported.

Thirty-one power outages were reported in the area, but more could come since winds could hit 73 mph.

Point Pleasant Beach Mayor Paul Kanitra said the town preemptively lowered the water levels of two of the coastal lakes "so that we’d have more capacity to help keep flooding to a minimum."

Additionally, the town sent out a robocall letting residents know that the train station parking lot is available for free for those who need to move vehicles from flood prone areas.

"Police are also patrolling in their storm vehicles in case their assistance is needed with anything else that may arise," Kanitra said.

Read more: Tropical Storm Fay In NJ: Timeline, Hour-By-Hour Forecast

Forecasters project 2-3 inches of rainfall. The National Weather forecast placed Ocean County under a flash flood warning through Friday evening.

"A friendly reminder.......avoid parking in flood prone areas and do not drive through flood waters. When in doubt, please turn around! We also suggest you secure any loose debris that is outside due to the expected strong winds. If you need us, we are a call away! Be safe everyone!"

This is a developing story. Patch will have more information as it comes in.

There is also a chance of showers and thunderstorms from 9-11 p.m., with showers continuing after. Wind could reach 39-73 mph, according to forecasts.

Point Pleasant Beach and Point Pleasant Boro are reminding people to keep their phones, tablets and other devices charged in case of upcoming power outages.

If you lose power, contact JCP&L by calling 888-544-4877, reporting online or texting OUT to 544487.

LATEST LOCAL FORECAST:

• Localized storm surge possible
• Peak storm surge inundation: The potential for up to 2 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas
• Window of concern: through this afternoon
• All flood preparations should be complete. Expect flooding of low-lying roads and property.
• The flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment.
• Emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain. Evacuations and rescues are possible.