Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Life at the Shore

  • Tuesday Beach Walk

    Today’s lunch break: another beach walk (south to 48th Street, Avalon).

    Marsh grass at the beach path entrances…evidence of the earlier high tide.

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  • Beachwalk Break

    I eat lunch at my desk, so an afternoon beachwalk break is more than justified 😉  Plus I missed my morning walk!

    The ocean is stormy and tides are higher than normal.  Disappointed to see a bit more beach erosion since the recent winter storm.

    But it was fascinating to watch the wild waves at the inlet (8th Street jetty).

    I posted videos on Twitter and You Tube.  Please forgive the quality…my hands were cold and I was trying to avoid being splashed!

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWBOg5njBc8

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  • Going with the Tide

    Moderate tidal flooding this morning in Avalon and Stone Harbor.

    Bay water hanging out in the areas that typically flood during storms and extreme tides (most common in the winter/early spring months).

    Water starting to recede now (10:30am).

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  • Saturday Sights

    Cold, calm, and colorful morning on the beach (and found a piece of sea glass that matched the sky!)

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  • Monday Sunrise

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  • Beach Access

    It’s a tough job, but somebody has to do it!

    Between several beach walks and a beach drive, I have personally checked all 7+ miles of beach on the island after last weekend’s storm.

    Getting on and off the beach can be challenging due to erosion at the paths.  Please don’t try to jump- it only causes more sand to crumble from the path.

    Best bet for access is from one of the pavilions with a ramp, or a vehicle access driveway.

    If you have any questions about a particular area of beach, I am happy to provide my comments.  Also, check my Twitter feed  for beach pictures from all locations.

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  • Shore Property Owners

    HouseShould you ride down and check your shore house?  YES

    Even if your property is not located in a flood prone area, the entire island experienced high winds and an extended power outage last weekend.

    Important to:

    1) Make sure your heat is functioning properly

    2) Check your yard for debris or damage from flying objects.

    3) Locate your wayward trash cans

    4) Place any water logged items to the curb for a special bulk trash pick up

    Plus, the weekend weather forecast looks perfect for a beach visit!

     

     

  • Remnants from Jonas

    Marsh grass, mulch, and muddy debris…Mother Nature’s gifts after the tide receded.

    If water entered your garage (see picture below with water line evident on foundation), it’s important to clean the surfaces (not just let it dry)- otherwise it will smell fishy when the weather warms!

    The snow and ice a few days prior created icebergs of lawn stones that were then carried by the tide throughout the streets.  The Borough is busy cleaning those streets now.

    Will take more pictures today and post to Twitter:  @anndelaneybeach

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  • Perspective

    Yes, it was a terrible storm.  And many sections of town were hit especially hard from the extreme tides.

    YET…we live on an island.  And it’s not that uncommon for water to spend time beyond its typical borders.

    After all of the media attention, it’s important to know:

    1) Store owners are already on site cleaning up and putting everything back in order

    2) The water has drained – thanks to our sandy soil!

    3) Homes built within the last 30 years or so are elevated for this very reason

    4) The Boroughs of Avalon and Stone Harbor are committed to beach restoration, and will make the necessary repairs to allow safe access across the dune paths

    So please share the news that our beautiful little island is resilient and open for business!

    I will take more pictures this afternoon and post to Twitter (below is First Avenue in Stone Harbor).

    Follow the time line of today’s island tour:  AnnDelaneyBeach on Twitter

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  • Back to the Beach

    Because I will be out of town during “Jonas” I asked my husband to take a few pictures for Twitter.

    I rarely take off on weekends – that’s when we’re busy with sale and rental business.  Yet I doubt I will miss anything THIS weekend…other than storm chasing adventures!

    Instead, I will tweet updates from snowy New York City.  And, will be back to the beach Sunday night (weather permitting).

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