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Nor’easter Washes Away Atlantic City Dunes, Prompts Emergency Repairs

By Drooid · Sep 30, 2026, 2:57 PM UTC · How we work

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A powerful nor'easter struck the New Jersey coast, causing flooding and beach erosion on September 26-27, 2026.
State and federal agencies began damage assessments and emergency repair plans, urging immediate funding for beach replenishment.
In Atlantic City, half of the dunes along a half-mile stretch near Steel Pier were washed away.
Mayor Vince Sera is seeking an emergency seawall extension to protect the town after beach loss.

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Story summary

A powerful nor'easter struck the New Jersey coast, causing flooding and beach erosion on September 26-27, 2026.
State and federal agencies began damage assessments and emergency repair plans, urging immediate funding for beach replenishment.
In Atlantic City, half of the dunes along a half-mile stretch near Steel Pier were washed away.
Mayor Vince Sera is seeking an emergency seawall extension to protect the town after beach loss.