NJ Officials Assess Beach Erosion, Solutions After Snow Storm
TOMS RIVER, N.J. (AP) -- State officials say they are moving forward to replenish New Jersey beaches that were impacted by the monster snowstorm that socked the East coast.
Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno and state Environmental Protection Department Commissioner Bob Martin toured several coastal sites on Monday to get a first-hand look at the erosion and other damage the weekend storm caused.
"How can we start some segment of this beaches in the very short-term and then build on it from there?" Martin said.
Martin met with the Army Corps of Engineers just before the latest storm, WCBS 880's Kelly Waldron reported.
Martin said the Army Corps of Engineers was doing an assessment of the state's coast, noting that state officials have already told corps officials that they will be seeking funds to replenish beaches and complete other needed work.
With erosion and damage along the coast, Guadagno said it only highlights the need to get the project underway and get New Jersey's beaches protected.
"We do need to start right away. We can't wait for the outcome of any litigation no matter who wins or loses," Guadagno said.
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Several southern Jersey towns suffered major damage from the storm.
Flooding was a big problem in the region, affecting hundreds of homes and businesses. And parts of a bulkhead were damaged in Atlantic City.
While temporary dunes did help minimize the damage, Guadagno said a more permanent solution was vital for the future.
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