Atlantic City Prepared for Severe Nor'Easter
Schools are closed on Monday, October 13, 2025, in observance of Columbus Day. Students and families will be updated if schools need to remain closed on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
ATLANTIC CITY — A severe Nor’easter is expected to hit the resort this weekend, bringing major coastal flooding, strong winds, and severe beach erosion.
Mayor Marty S. Small Sr. held a news conference on Friday, October 10, 2025, to assure the public that the City of Atlantic City is prepared.
“We want to communicate the severity of the anticipated forecast,” Mayor Small said. “The forecast is bad. We want you to take it seriously.”
Officials said the storm is expected to impact Atlantic City from Sunday morning through at least Tuesday morning.
Superintendent of Schools Dr. La’Quetta S. Small said the Atlantic City Public Schools District will continue to update students and parents as information becomes available.
“We are closely monitoring the storm in coordination with local emergency management and city officials,” Dr. Small said. Schools are closed on Monday, October 13, 2025, in observance of Columbus Day. “We encourage families to stay safe, remain alert to weather advisories, and check official district communications for the latest information,” Dr. Small added. “Together, we will continue to prioritize the safety of our school district family.”
Residents in flood-prone areas are strongly advised to move their vehicles to higher ground. To assist with this, the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA) has authorized free parking at the Wave Parking Garage, located at Mississippi and Fairmount avenues, for both residents and visitors from 8:00 a.m. Saturday, October 11, 2025, to 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 14, 2025, Mayor Small said.
The city will also open an emergency shelter at the Atlantic City Convention Center, if necessary. “The city is prepared. The leadership is prepared,” Mayor Small said. “But you need to heed the warnings that we’re giving you.”
Officials warned motorists to prepare for possible temporary closures or lane reductions on Route 30 and Route 40 due to flooding conditions, particularly during the Sunday and Monday afternoon high tides.
Acting Office of Emergency Management Coordinator Michael Famularo said a coastal flood watch will begin Sunday, ranging from Bethany Beach, Delaware, through Atlantic City, with high tide expected around noon. Famularo also said wind gusts of more than 55 miles per hour are expected.
“The impacts are major tidal flooding and widespread roadway flooding,” Famularo said. “It’s definitely not going to be any time to be out driving. Traveling should be for emergencies only after Saturday night.”
Public Safety Director Sean Riggin urged residents in areas that typically flood to be prepared to evacuate. “If you can shelter with friends or family, you’ll be more comfortable than anywhere we can put you,” Riggin said. “That said, if you need our help, we’re going to provide it.”
The Department of Health and Human Services will provide shelter options for those without homes. The Department of Public Works will work to keep storm drains clear. Police Chief James Sarkos said military surplus high-water vehicles will be available for rescues and that police will monitor flooding conditions closely.
“We’re going to do our best to close all roads that are flooded with barricades and cones,” Sarkos said. “We ask that you please do not go around those cones.”
Officials urged drivers never to attempt to drive through flooded streets or around police barricades. Residents and businesses should bring in any outdoor items—including Halloween decorations—that could become projectiles. They also recommend moving valuables to higher levels within properties.
The Office of Emergency Management advised residents to prepare an emergency “go bag” in case they need to evacuate quickly.
The ACPD Community Unity Walk, scheduled for Monday as part of National Faith & Blue Weekend, has been canceled due to the weather, Sarkos said.
Atlantic City residents are encouraged to sign up for the AC Alerts emergency notification system to receive updates directly on their phones at https://www.acnj.gov/pages/acalerts.
For school updates follow the Atlantic City Public Schools Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/AtlanticCityPublicSchools/
For flooding and other emergency updates throughout the weekend, follow the City of Atlantic City on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AtlanticCityGov.
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