When severe storms are forecasted for Long Beach Township, radio stations WOBM 92.7FM, 1670AM, and the local cable channel Channel 22 will broadcast emergency information. If Long Beach Island evacuation is required, the police will use the PA systems on all police cars to alert and instruct residents. The flood warning system is intended to provide up to 24 hours advance warning of a flood hazard. When directed by Emergency Management, information on local conditions can be obtained by calling 609-361-1000. The information will be short and concise and up to 12 people can hear it at one time. In case of emergency, Township residents can call the police at 609-494-3322 24 hours a day. The pick-up points and staging areas for persons without means of transportation are:
Long Beach Township Municipal Building (Primary)
St. Francis Center (Alternate)
Beach Haven Firehouse
Ship Bottom Firehouse
Surf City Firehouse
Harvey Cedars Firehouse
Barnegat Light Firehouse
If someone in your home would need to be evacuated by ambulance, please notify the Health Department in advance at 609-492-1212. In an emergency, contact the police if the Health Department does not have you on file.
Flood Warning, What To Do If no evacuation has been ordered
Get storm updates from The Weather Channel on local channel 39, the local community channel 22, or local FM radio stations 100.1 and 92.7, or you may
Call 609-361-1000 for broadcast announcements and storm updates
Make sure you have a battery powered radio
Collect your Family Disaster Supply Kit, blankets and sleeping bags and keepthem with you
Call your family’s emergency contact person to report your plans
Keep children and pets indoors
Make sure you have cash and a full tank of gas in your car
Obey advisories promptly
Bring in any outdoor items that might cause damage
Do not walk in or try to cross or drive through flood waters
If evacuation is advised
Pack your family’s Disaster Supply Kit, extra blankets and sleeping bags
Lock your windows and doors before leaving home
Tune your car radio to a news station for updates on evacuation routes
