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Brigantine learned some lessons from Superstorm Sandy in 2012 directly prevented catastrophic flooding along parts of the Jersey Shore during the severe late-September 2026 nor’easter.
Infrastructure overhauls, strictly updated elevation codes, and multi-million dollar beach nourishment initiatives implemented after Sandy acted as vital defense mechanisms, sparing numerous communities from much worse structural devastation.
While the historic nor'easter still inflicted tens of millions of dollars in severe beach and dune erosion, the post-Sandy mitigations successfully kept the ocean from breaching major coastal boundaries.
🛡️ Structural Protections & Flood Mitigation
Following Sandy, local municipalities reassessed their structural weak points and engineered targeted solutions. These upgrades proved essential during the 2026 storm:
Metal Floodgates & Pumps (Brigantine): During Sandy, Brigantine’s municipal boat ramp served as a massive highway for devastating floodwaters. In response, the city installed metal floodgates and an island-wide network of high-capacity flood pumps. Prior to the nor'easter hitting, officials closed the gates to physically block the bay. The pumps then pushed street water back over the bulkheads during low tides, effectively keeping the neighborhood dry.
Elevated Infrastructure
Stricter Building Codes: Homes built or rebuilt after Sandy were required to meet higher elevation standards. In hard-hit spots like Bayshore Avenue, newer living spaces sitting 14 feet above elevation standards saw the floodwaters stop harmlessly at the lips of their garages.
🏖️ Dunes and Beach Replenishment Projects
The extensive network of engineered dunes and wide beaches built up by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers over the last decade served as the coast's primary buffer.
The Dune Buffer, replenishment programs successfully prevented the ocean from breaching the island's primary dune systems.
The Sacrificial Trade-off: While the nor'easter carved out massive 10-foot sand cliffs and washed away up to 30 feet of protective dunes in Brigantine did exactly what they were designed to do: they absorbed the ocean's violent energy and collapsed so that the water couldn't reach the homes and businesses behind them.
Local leaders and federal representatives are currently assessing the intense sand loss across Brigantine Beach to secure emergency funding and restore these vital coastal buffers ahead of the remaining storm season.
07/10/2026
100 Years of the Brigantine Lighthouse: We're Throwing a Party
Brigantine is turning 100, and we’re throwing a party!
The City of Brigantine and the Brigantine Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Brigantine Lighthouse with a huge block party on Saturday, October 10, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Brigantine Avenue will be closed from the Circle to 31st Street and transformed into a celebration featuring live music, food trucks, vendors, local businesses, restaurants, and a b**r garden hosted by the Brigantine VFW.
There will be plenty of music throughout the evening. DJ Jonny DiJoe, a local Brigantine DJ, will be keeping the party going, followed by the Undercover Band, an 80's cover band, performing live.
This is a great opportunity to come out, support our local businesses, enjoy some great music and food, and celebrate an important part of Brigantine’s history with family, friends, and neighbors.
Best of all, the event is free and open to the public.
Mark your calendar, invite your friends, and come celebrate 100 years of the Brigantine Lighthouse with us - We hope to see you there!
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07/10/2026
Bandstand debuted on October 7, 1952 in "Studio 'B'," which was located in their just-completed addition to the original 1947 building in West Philadelphia (4548 Market Street), and was hosted by Bob Horn, with Lee Stewart as co-host until 1955.
On July 9, 1956, Horn was fired after a drunk-driving arrest, as WFIL and dual owner Walter Annenberg's The Philadelphia Inquirer at the time were doing a series on drunken driving. He was also reportedly involved in a prostitution ring and brought up on morals charges. Horn was temporarily replaced by producer Tony Mammarella before the job went to Dick Clark permanently.
07/10/2026
Today...years ago
The firehouse located at California Avenue constructed in 1912 is Atlantic City Fire Station #4 (also known historically as Engine Company No. 4). Located at 2700 Atlantic Avenue at the corner of California Avenue, it is a historic architectural landmark that has been in continuous operation for well over a century.
Here is an overview of its architectural and structural features:
Architectural Significance
The station was built in the Beaux Arts style, reflecting early 20th-century civic pride.
The facade is classically symmetrical and constructed from a striking mix of brick, limestone, and carved terra cotta.
Layout Structure: It features a standard three-part design common for regional fire stations of that era: a 2.5-story main block, a prominent 3-story hose tower (which originally held an ornamental top), and a 1-story rear block.
The interior preserves historical elements, including iron and wood balcony and stairway rails, paneled doors, and the original wooden watch box on the ground floor.
Historical & Contemporary Preservation
Because of its unique masonry craftsmanship and architectural integrity, the building has been documented by the Library of Congress Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS NJ-1168). It continues to be recognized for its heritage, having been recently added to preservation listings by the New Jersey Historic Preservation Office.
Today, it remains a fully functioning station housing modern firefighting equipment like Engine 4 and Ladder 2 to protect the residents of Atlantic City.
07/10/2026
Today.......... Years ago
October 7, 1976
Patrice McAllister was a United States flagged tugboat built in New Orleans and launched in 1919.
She sank October 7, 1976 off the coast of Brigantine, NJ while being towed to a shipyard in Jersey City, New Jersey to have her engine replaced.
The vessel was 94 feet (29 m) long.
Her wreck rests upright, in 55 feet (17 m) of water off the coast of Brigantine.
The wreck is currently visited by recreational divers.
Good morning Brigantine😎
06/10/2026
Dogs on Brigantine Beach
While many people were happy to usher in the month of October to celebrate Halloween, there’s another reason to rejoice on Oct. 1 — dog owners who also happen to love the beach can spend the day in the sand with their pup.
Brigantine is among the few beach communities in New Jersey which allow dogs on the beach during the offseason.
Happy, content and relaxed are a few of the words that could describe the looks on the faces of both the dogs and their humans this weekend.
From October 1st to May 29th, dogs are allowed on the beach provided they are on a leash, not longer than 6 ft. Dog f***s must be removed. Dogs are allowed on the North-End Beach any time – same rules apply.
Post pictures of "your best friend" on the beach
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