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We'll be there. Preparations for the expected storm include clearing drains ahead of time and keeping emergency crews on standby. County officials are asking that people "drive smart and help make this storm a boring one for them.

It's those life-threatening situations that officials would like to avoid. Most flood related deaths occur in vehicles. While the water may not appear deep, the road may be washed away underneath. PAwx NJwx pic. Residents along those waterways are advised to act now to avoid property damage, injury and death. Residents along these waterways need to take action NOW to avoid property damage and loss of life.

With the ground saturated, there are additional concerns that trees could go down and take power lines with them. In a preemptive move, Gov. Tom Wolf signed a proclamation of disaster emergency on Tuesday. Padfield said counties generally know what areas are prone to flooding, so counties can prep for those areas. Padfield said people should avoid wading through floodwater, as there could be sewage or other contaminants in it.

Either way, make sure to call right away. First responders and emergency operation centers in the county are on standby. Rain will fall along the Jersey Shore, but not as much as in areas to the north and west. The National Weather Service is calling for an inch or less in Atlantic County, which is still enough to do some damage. The entire Jersey Shore will be under a gale warning starting at 6 p.

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