Cape May County NJ in New Jersey faces hurricane / storm surge risk across its 267 square mile area. Cape May faces direct Atlantic hurricane storm surge — New Jersey's southernmost county. Cape May serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Storm Surge |
| Secondary Hazard | Nor'easter |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 8 |
| Last Major Event | Sandy 2012 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (609) 465-1000 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Cape May County NJ |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| Population | 95 |
| Area | 267 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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Ocean County NJ
Hurricane / Storm Surge
8/10
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Hurricane / Storm Surge
7/10
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Salem County NJ
Hurricane / Storm Surge
7/10
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Atlantic County NJ
Hurricane / Storm Surge
7/10
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Union County NJ
Hurricane / Storm Surge
7/10
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Middlesex County NJ
Hurricane / Flash Flooding
6/10
Moderate