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Watch Today's Storm In 23 Seconds [VIDEO]

Marc D — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:20:21 +0000

Everyone here at the SoJO 104.9 studios were talking about how quickly today’s storm whipped in, wreaked havoc and then was gone… leaving behind a rather sunny and warm day! This time-lapse video shows the storms journey through Atlantic City! Pretty Cool…

Sinkhole Forcing Traffic Off Garden State Parkway

Heather DeLuca — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 14:41:03 +0000

Cars traveling northbound on the Garden State Parkway are being steered off the roadway at exit 58 (Little Egg Harbor) because of a reported sinkhole. Sinkhole’s can be extremely dangerous, and today’s impending storms only threaten to create a larger issue when a crater of that nature forms. Motorists are being advised to use Route [...]

Dangerous Stormy Weather is Coming to South Jersey [UPDATE]

Tom Morgan — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:13:47 +0000

The National Weather Service is predicting a very heavy storm moving through our area…. Local emergency management are standing by and will be prepared for the worse today. According to The Press of Atlantic City, ‘warnings may be issued for a tornado and/or severe thunderstorms, with winds as high as 70 to 80 [...]

Tornado Watch in Effect for Atlantic County

Heather DeLuca — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 18:44:57 +0000

The Northfield Office of Emergency Management has issued a tornado watch for Atlantic County that will remain in effect until 10 p.m. this evening. We will have hourly SoJO Weather updates as we continue to monitor today’s storm system. What is the difference between a Tornado Watch & a Tornado Warning?** A tornado watch is [...]

What Are the Rules of the South Jersey Beach?

Tom Morgan — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:23:54 +0000

Beach access and general beach rules are always a fun topic of conversation. We all know the ‘general’ rules (not littering), but what SHOULD be a rule on a South Jersey beach? We have a few suggestions….. Thou shall not throw your sandwich crust on me? Feed the seagulls 10 ft from me? How [...]

Weatherman Gets the Hiccups on Live TV [VIDEO]

Matt Ryan — Wed, 01 May 2013 20:19:47 +0000

What happens when the weatherman gets the hiccups? Take a look! This happened to KHOU 11 News Chief Meteorologist David Paul during Monday’s News at 5. You’ve got to give him credit for getting through the whole report!

It's Not Spring in South Jersey Until _____

Tom Morgan — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 11:42:36 +0000

Today is the first FULL day of Spring. While the temperatures outside disagree, we can still look forward to better days ahead. For starters, it’s not spring in South Jersey until Rita’s gives out free water ice. Oh, that happened yesterday by the way. Sorry if you missed it. It’s not spring [...]

High Winds Taking a Toll on the Jersey Shore

Heather DeLuca — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 19:14:19 +0000

Today’s winter storm is already inflicting damage along the coastline. A high wind advisory is in effect for our area as heavy rain turns to wet snow this evening. Tyler Donohue of Townsquare Media snapped this photo a short time ago in Stone Harbor. Telephone polls succumbing to punishing winds have bent over the boulevard [...]

Coastal Flooding and Snow Expected to Begin Today in South Jersey [UPDATE]

Tom Morgan — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 11:08:31 +0000

Heavy winds, rain, snow; it’s certainly not spring in South Jersey yet…. The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood warning for Atlantic, Cape May, and Burlington counties. A high wind warning is also issued for Atlantic and Cape May. A winter weather advisory is in place for all of South [...]

Coastal Flooding Expected This Week [AUDIO]

Dino Flammia — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 09:17:38 +0000

A mix of rain and snow should be accompanied by a moderate dose of coastal flooding Wednesday into Thursday, as shore towns continue to rebuild their beaches after Superstorm Sandy. “The winds will get strong,” explained Mitchell Gaines, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Mount Holly. He said road closures can be expected [...]

Bread and Milk Panic Attach [VIDEO]

Heather DeLuca — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 23:00:01 +0000

Was this you before the weekend storm hit? This guy can't seem to control his hysteria in a rush to get a few food essentials before the snowfall. Admit it, when you see snow in the forecast, this is probably the first thing you think of too! Why do we all do this?!

Nor'easter Bears Down On New Jersey With Rain, Snow [POLL]

Dan Alexander — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:36:16 +0000

The Nor’easter is not done with us yet as heavier snow is expected to fall across New Jersey for much of the evening before ending early Saturday morning leaving behind up to a foot of snow in some areas. Precipitation began as rain for central and southern counties as temperatures climbed above the freezing mark. [...]

Winter Weather Pet Safety Tips

Heather DeLuca — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 21:15:34 +0000

Snow may look like fun for your pets, and provide fun clips for social media. But winter weather (especially snow and ice) and your pet could be a deadly combination. SoJO 104.9 urges you to keep your pets safe from winter weather using these safety tips. Cold-weather pet-safety tips (courtesy of BluePearl Veterinary Partners): • [...]

Nor'easter Sets Its Sights on the Northeast

Dan Alexander — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 23:30:35 +0000

More of New Jersey will be affected with higher amounts of snow according to new advisories about the storm issued by the National Weather Service as flights begin to be cancelled in anticipation of the snow. Snow will begin falling across New Jersey late tonight, turn to rain during the day on Friday south of [...]

More Snow Coming to South Jersey This Week?

Tom Morgan — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 19:42:38 +0000

On Friday, we saw much more snow than we anticipated in South Jersey. Could we see more this week? The National Weather Service is predicting a 30% chance of snow tonight, with little or no accumulation expected. Of course, we’ve heard that before. Another chance of snow could happen tomorrow night, and with [...]

Bitterly Cold Temperatures Are Coming to South Jersey

Tom Morgan — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 13:49:24 +0000

You might be reading this and say ‘It’s already bitterly cold in South Jersey’. Unfortunately, you haven’t seen anything yet…. The quick overnight snow has come and gone, about an inch to an inch and a half in some areas. (By the way, did you get a ‘thundersnow’??) Temperatures tonight will [...]

World's Largest Snowball Fight [VIDEO]

Tom Morgan — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 19:04:58 +0000

South Jersey had a slight threat of snow this week. It never happened. We can only imagine.......

South Jersey Could See Two to Six Inches of Snow by Friday [UPDATE]

Tom Morgan — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 22:59:06 +0000

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm advisory that’s in effect for coastal South Jersey, which could lead to something we haven’t seen in a while….. UPDATE: According to Townsquare Meteorologist Alan Kasper, we could see just a coat of snow to fall. Listen to Alan’s take on the snow by clicking [...]

Rare Sights for a December Day

Rob Acampora — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 22:01:53 +0000

With a 2nd day in the 60s to get December started, the idea of heavy coats, the holiday chill, and the white stuff seems so far away – just check some of the sights you may have seen in the last day or two. This recent stretch comes as a small but welcomed surprise, especially [...]

Complete Coverage of Hurricane Sandy

Kyle McCann — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 20:16:32 +0000

Stay with SoJO 104.9 on the air and online for the latest updates on recovery from Hurricane Sandy, as well as efforts to restore the shore in her wake. Restore the Shore Important Contact Information Click Here for the Latest Headlines Click Here for Our Photo Gallery