Tidal Flooding Talk

TIDAL FLOODING TALK | South Jersey Weather Legend Jim Eberwine returns! He catches us TFT crew up on how many jobs he has this spring, parts of NJ possibly getting federal money for the 2026 blizzard costs and old forecasting tales. Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed aft...

TIDAL FLOODING TALK | Superstorm Sandy reminded the Northeast how vulnerable it is in 2012. Experts called Sandy a rare “once-in-500-years” storm due to its unusual path. But here’s the real risk: other hurricanes could strike every 50 years and cause equal or greater damage today. Historical storms, like the 1821 hurricane, would now trigger $100 billion in damages, thanks to more coastal develop...

TIDAL FLOODING TALK | Highlands, NJ leverages community action for future FEMA Community Rating System flood resilience and insurance savings. We talk with Mayor Carolyn Broullon and Kathy Shaw about it! Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday at 7PM, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed after Superstorm Sandy in 2012,...

In this episode of "Tidal Flooding Talk," meteorologist Joe Martucci and Palma Shiles discuss the challenges of balancing affordability and safety in housing, particularly in flood-prone areas. Dr. Ivis Garcia, an Associate Professor of Urban Planning at Texas A&M University, shares insights on how coastal housing markets are affected by climate risks and the importance of informed decision-ma...

Author Don Colgan shares his exciting journey writing the book Historic Winter Storms of New Jersey. He tells real stories from huge storms like the 1888 Blizzard and the powerful 1962 nor'easter. Learn how people survived tough times and why everyone needs to prepare for floods. Winter storms can be just as dangerous as hurricanes—stay weather-smart! Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday a...

TIDAL FLOODING TALK | Join Georgia Tech scientist Dr. Francesco Fedele to learn about rogue waves—huge, unexpected ocean waves that can appear even on calm days! He explains how waves add together to create monsters in places like the North Sea. These waves can flood coasts, and new AI tools might help predict them in just a few years. Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday at 7PM, America’s...

TIDAL FLOODING TALK | Join Joe, Palma and Dan as they welcome Dan's best friend Matt Noyes from One Degree Outside. They chat about New England's snowy winter, coastal flooding risks, Nor'easters, beach erosion, digital meteorology shifts, Matt's career move from TV, plus Super Bowl fun. Great for weather fans and coastal folks! Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday at 7PM, America’s leadin...

TIDAL FLOODING TALK | The American Coastal Coalition (ACC) is in the hall of Congress throughout the year, making sure the beaches at the Jersey Shore, and beyond, get the financial support they need. Dan Ginolfi and Howard Marlowe, of the ACC, join the TFT team to discuss. The NJCC and the ACC are partners in mission. Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday at 7PM, America’s leading show on...

🌊TIDAL FLOODING TALK | Sea levels will rise at least a half foot by 2040 compared to 2005. By 2070, it's likely to between 1.3 to 2.3 feet higher than 2005. Dr. Bob Kopp, lead author of the 2025 Rutgers Scientific and Technical Advisory Panel Report, joins Dan and Joe to discuss. Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday at 7PM, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by...

TIDAL FLOODING TALK | FEMA’s voluntary flood buyout program aims to reduce future disaster costs, yet often shifts flood risk to new homeowners rather than removing properties from harm’s way. Rice University sociologist Jim Elliott breaks down real migration patterns, persistent structural inequalities favoring wealthier areas, and the growing challenge of climate gentrification. Experience Tidal...

Extreme precipitation trends under global warming reveal heavy rainfall events in the tropics surging dramatically—moderate rains decline while intense downpours rise sharply over decades. University of Miami PhD student (and Jersey guy) Eric Mischell shares insights on Florida's record events like 2023 Fort Lauderdale floods, convective changes, and climate-driven water cycle shifts. Experience T...

In our latest New Jersey Coastal Coalition discussion, we showcased Stafford Township’s outstanding resiliency achievements, including $5–10 million in DEP-funded marsh restorations using dredge spoils, extensive lagoon dredging to fight tidal flooding, and our exciting new free web app that delivers real-time weather alerts and emergency messaging. We dove into the value of regional partnerships,...

Explore groundbreaking coastal resiliency research at Oregon State University's Hinsdale Wave Research Laboratory, led by Director Pedro Lomonaco. Using large-scale wave flumes and basins, they simulate hurricane surges and storm impacts on houses. This way, we all know how we need to elevating structures to protect our coastal communities from storms. Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday...

TIDAL FLOODING TALK | Join hosts Joe and Dan as they welcome Jim Murdoch, News 12's Jersey Shore reporter, for a captivating look back at Winter Storm Jonas—the historic 2016 blizzard that brought massive snow, tidal flooding, and thundersnow to New Jersey. Relive the intense coverage, personal stories, and lessons learned from this epic event. Join hosts Joe and Dan as they welcome Jim Murdoch, N...

Environmental reporter Amanda Oglesby from the Asbury Park Press ( www.app.com ) explored wave power’s promise as a renewable energy source for New Jersey. Though still emerging—with pioneering research at Rutgers and Stevens Institute—wave energy faces steep challenges, including ocean corrosion, high costs, and mixed political support. The discussion also covered wind project hurdles like elevat...

Sand on the East Coast moves north to south. Sea level depends on the tide. We dig into the science of sand with Dr. Lenore Tedesco from The Wetlands Institute ( https://wetlandsinstitute.org/ )! Rising sea levels threaten marshes and beaches, underscoring vital marsh restoration projects. Beach nourishment provides short-term relief from tidal flooding, but faces long-term sustainability challeng...

🌊TIDAL FLOODING TALK | Get ready for the awesome 2025 wrap-up episode of Tidal Flooding Talk! The team shares exciting stories from fighting fires in strong winds, cheers for their growing show with about 3,000 listeners each time, teases cool guests for 2026, and hands out funny "yearbook superlatives" to amazing experts—ending with a shocking fact about huge storm surges that left everyone quie...

Discover the challenges of translating weather forecasts into Spanish and improving flood warnings in this insightful meeting summary. Dr. Joseph Trujillo-Falcon, Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois, discusses tidal flooding, rip currents, and recurrent floods, plus a new AI tool that cuts translation time from hours to minutes. Learn why clear, simple language matters for safety and...

GeoCollaborate and Storm Center Communications unveiled an exciting new partnership to create a powerful flood communications web app. The customizable GeoCollaborate dashboard pulls real-time NOAA data, delivers alerts, and lets New Jersey Coastal Coalition communities send targeted warnings, tide updates, and safety messages directly to residents—all in one easy-to-use platform. See it for yours...

National Hurricane Center storm surge specialist Cassie Mora shared her inspiring journey from a childhood fascination during Tropical Storm Ernesto to forecasting at NHC. She broke down the 2025 season, explained the new hurricane cone graphics and rip current tools, and stressed focusing on impacts—not just the cone—while preparing communities year-round. Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tue...

The “100-year flood” means a 1% chance each year, not every century. Dr. Hamed Moftakhari of the University of Alabama explains climate change is raising nuisance flooding costs through repeated events. Will better models keep New Jersey safe and ready? Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday at 7PM, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coali...

Dr. Judah Cohen, Director of Subseasonal Forecasting at AER and Visiting Scientist at MIT's Parsons Lab explored Arctic predictors like Siberian snow and sea ice, polar vortex dynamics, and La Niña’s subtle impacts on Mid-Atlantic winters. Models favor milder temperatures and lighter snow for New Jersey—but will a looming stratospheric coupling unleash a 2009-style polar plunge by December? Experi...

Fire Chief Jesse Peri tackles year-round wildfires, winter king tides, and storm surges in Stinson Beach, CA, just north of San Francisco. From inflatable boat rescues and dune restoration to septic flood risks and evacuation routes, he shares strategies for managing transient crowds, access challenges, and county collaboration amid rising threats. Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday at 7...

Dr. Michael Mann, perhaps the most known name in climate, discussed how climate change is shifting Nor'easters. Inspired by the 2010 Snowmageddon, his research using 75 years of data revealed an 8% increase in maximum wind speeds due to ocean warming. He emphasized greater awareness and research to prepare coastal communities. Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday at 7PM, America’s leading...

In an electrifying team session, the crew gears up for their Halloween episode on "ghost boats"—derelict vessels menacing coasts with storms, costing over $24,000 each to remove amid funding shortfalls. Kiley Price of Inside Climate News unpacked whale perils: ghost gear entanglements, vessel strikes along the East Coast, and innovations like ropeless fishing plus NOAA-guided slowdown zones to saf...