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REPORT POWER OUTAGES

Congressman Van Drew Asks Residents Still Without Power to Report Outages Through Online Form

In the aftermath of the recent winter storm, Congressman Van Drew's office is working directly with electric utility providers to report power outages across South Jersey and to help restore services as quickly as possible.

To make sure every affected location is being reported, residents who are still experiencing outages are asked to fill out a short online form with their contact information and location. The information collected will be shared directly with the electric company to ensure remaining outages are addressed as soon as possible.

Residents who are still without power can fill out the form here: Power Outage Survey (https://vandrew.house.gov/forms/form/?ID=44)

Cape May County Office of Emergency Management
Winter Storm Update – 6:00 AM EST (Feb. 22)

The National Weather Service has issued a morning briefing regarding the February 22–23 winter storm, and confidence remains high that this will be a potentially historic winter storm impacting our region through Monday.

The window to finalize preparations is rapidly closing. Residents should complete preparations immediately and avoid unnecessary travel once conditions deteriorate.

Blizzard Warning Expanded – All of New Jersey

Blizzard Warnings now include all of New Jersey, including Cape May County. Snowfall rates may exceed 1–2 inches per hour this evening through Monday morning. Whiteout conditions are expected. Travel may become life-threatening or impossible. Widespread closures and infrastructure disruptions are likely.

Snowfall Totals Increased
Updated projections show 18–24+ inches possible across much of New Jersey, with some localized higher amounts. Snow begins today, potentially starting as rain before changing to all snow this afternoon. Heaviest snowfall expected this evening through Monday morning. Significant impacts expected for the Monday morning commute, and possibly Monday evening as well.

Strong Winds
Coastal gusts up to 60 mph. Inland gusts up to 45 mph. Blowing and drifting snow likely even after snowfall ends. Power outages and tree damage possible.

Coastal Flooding – Serious Concerns. Coastal Flood Warnings remain in effect for Cape May County.

1–2 feet of inundation possible in low-lying areas. Moderate coastal flooding expected with tonight’s high tide. Spotty major tidal flooding possible. Additional flooding may recur with Monday afternoon and Monday night high tides.

Impact Level
The Winter Storm Severity Index now indicates widespread major to extreme impacts, with potential for crippling disruptions that may linger beyond Monday .

Next National Weather Service briefing:
5:00 PM Sunday, February 22.

Cape May County will continue to provide updates as conditions evolve.

Please stay safe and monitor official County and National Weather Service channels throughout the storm.