Tidal Flooding Talk

In this episode, we explore the critical issue of coastal flooding and sea level rise, featuring expert insights from Dr. Wanyun Shao at the University of Alabama. We discuss risk assessment, social vulnerabilities, and practical measures for communities along the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts. Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Ho...

Tom Heist from Heist Insurance, an Alera Group Company (www.heistinsurance.com) , explains FEMA’s new Risk Rating 2.0 program. He talks about how it is different from the old Risk Rating 1.0, and what homeowners can do to lower their flood insurance costs. In this episode, we learn how flood zone maps have changed over time. We also look at new technology like satellite pictures and drones that he...

Join us as we explore coastal resiliency and habitat restoration with Tara Schneider Moran, Senior Conversation Biologist for Hempstead, NY. Learn about shorebird habitats, salt marsh restoration, and community involvement. 00:00 Introduction 02:11 Coastal Resiliency and Shorebird Habitats 10:03 Winter Preparations for Shorebird Nesting 13:28 Community Involvement in Habitat Management 25:03 Salt...

Dan Skeldon and Palma Shiles interview Jay Dilworth, a seasoned construction and floodplain management expert, to explore the evolving standards, regulations, and future trends in floodplain management and coastal construction. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:53 Current State of Summer and School Year Endings 02:15 Introduction of Guest Jay Dilworth and His Background 05:26 Jay Di...

Meteorologist Dan Skeldon and Palma Shiles share their expertise on this week's episode! Dan explain what is and, more importantly, is not tidal flooding. Meanwhile, Palma offers insights to flood zone misconceptions, and the importance of regulations and preparedness. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Weather Overview 02:49 Unique Challenges of Jersey Shore Weather 05:40 Understanding Tidal Floodin...

TIDAL FLOODING TALK | Finally, a free weather app Meteorologist Joe Martucci approves of! The EverythingWx app is 100% human curated weather data with any high-quality information you can think of. Cory Mottice, the owner of the app, joins TFT to explain this groundbreak app. Download on Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/everythingweather/id6736664582 Download on Google: https://play.google.com...

In this episode, we celebrate the career of Dr. Dave Robinson, the long-serving New Jersey State Climatologist, exploring his journey, insights on weather and climate, and his retirement plans. We also discuss the impact of climate science on policy and community resilience. Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New...

Join us as we explore the Blue Acres Program in New Jersey with Courtney Wald-Wittkop, discussing flood risk mitigation, voluntary buyouts, and community resilience strategies. Learn how this innovative program helps homeowners relocate from flood-prone areas and the future of flood resilience in the state. Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flood...

Join us as we explore urban nature-based solutions for flood and heat mitigation with Johnny Quispe of the Nature Conservancy. Discover how cities like Newark and Patterson are implementing innovative strategies to create resilient, sustainable communities. Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Co...

REWIND: In the Tidal Flooding Talk episode, Dr. Nicole Elko, Executive Director of the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA), discussed New Jersey’s history of beach replenishment. Founded in 1926 right here in NJ, the ASBPA supports beach renourishment, impacting economies and storm protection. Plans for its 2026 centennial conference in Atlantic City were shared, alongside in...

In this episode,  @noaa  oceanographer Karen Kavanaugh discusses tidal flooding, high tide predictions, and the tools NOAA uses to monitor and forecast coastal hazards. The conversation covers water level data, flood mapping, and how these insights help communities prepare for flooding events. Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience...

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...