Weather Update - Cape May County Government Closures 1/6

January 5, 2025

LIST OF CAPE MAY COUNTY FACILITIES CLOSED MONDAY, JANUARY 6^TH DUE TO IMPENDING WINTER STORM

CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ - Due to impending winter weather conditions for Monday, January 6^th, 2025, the following County public grounds and facilities will be closed:

Cape May County Zoo and All Public Parks will be closed Monday, January 6^th, and Tuesday, January 7^th for cleanup. Zoo and Parks will reopen on Wednesday, January 8^th.

Fare Free Transportation Services will be canceled on Monday, January 6^th. However, Meals on Wheels will be delivered and confirmed dialysis patients will be transported as scheduled. All other services are canceled for the safety of the riders and staff.

Cape May County Senior Centers (Lower Township, North Wildwood, and Upper Township) will be closed on Monday, January 6^th, for the safety of all participants and employees, due to anticipated inclement weather.

Cape May County Public Libraries - Cape May Court House Library will remain open, Monday, January 6^th, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; all other County Libraries (Cape May City, Wildwood Crest, Stone Harbor, Sea Isle City, Upper Township, and Woodbine) will be closed Monday, January 6^th.

Cape May County Public Works salting operations will be deployed effective 3 a.m. Monday, January 6^th, followed by plowing operations upon accumulation. Plowing and salting operations shall remain in effect as needed through the day/night January 6^th. Citizens are reminded that unless absolutely necessary, please stay off the road during the winter storm event for your safety and the safety of others.

"For the safety of our residents and employees, the following County grounds and facilities listed above are hereby either closed and/or services suspended. Being the worst winter storm, our area has seen since January 2022, the safety of our citizens is of our highest priority. Facilities and services will be back in service as soon as conveniently possible, and we thank all members of the public for their patience and understanding," said Commissioner Director Desiderio.

Updates on services and operations will be posted on social media and the County website as they become available. If there's an emergency, residents are advised to contact their local police department by dialing 9-1-1.

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