Discover the Forgotten Shore: Uncovering the Devastation of Hurricane Sandy on New Jersey

On October 29, 2012, Hurricane Sandy, one of the deadliest and most destructive hurricanes in American history, made landfall along the Jersey Shore. Its impact was devastating, but as time passed, the memory of the destruction has slowly faded. In this article, we will delve into the forgotten shore and shed light on the lasting effects of Hurricane Sandy on New Jersey.

The Wrath of Hurricane Sandy

As Hurricane Sandy approached the Jersey Shore, it quickly gained strength and transformed into a superstorm. The storm surge and high winds wreaked havoc along the coast, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.

Hurricane Sandy on New Jersey's Forgotten Shore

by Abigail Perkiss(Kindle Edition)

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Unforgettable Memories

Those who witnessed Hurricane Sandy's fury will never forget the sight of houses reduced to rubble, boardwalks torn apart, and the devastation left behind. The storm caused extensive damage to both residential areas and iconic landmarks.

Seaside Heights Wipeout

Seaside Heights, a vibrant beach town known for its amusement park and entertainment, took a direct hit from Hurricane Sandy. The iconic roller coaster, known as the "Jet Star," was swept into the ocean, becoming a haunting symbol of the storm's power.

Battered Barrier Islands

The barrier islands along the Jersey Shore, including Long Beach Island, were ravaged by Hurricane Sandy. Strong storm surges, accompanied by relentless waves, caused significant erosion and damage to homes and infrastructure.

The Forgotten Recovery

While the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy received significant media coverage at the time, the recovery effort has since been overshadowed by other events. However, the effects of the storm are still felt by many residents of New Jersey.

Rise and Resilience

The communities along the Jersey Shore have shown immense resilience and determination in rebuilding their lives and homes. The recovery process has been slow and challenging, but with each passing year, progress is made, and scars are slowly healed.

Protecting the Shoreline

In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, significant efforts have been made to strengthen infrastructure and protect the shoreline from future storms. The construction of dunes and seawalls has been implemented to provide much-needed protection against potential storm surges.

Lessons Learned

Hurricane Sandy served as a wake-up call for both individuals and local governments. The importance of preparedness and investing in resilient infrastructure has become paramount in the face of increasingly severe weather events.

Remembering the Forgotten Shore

While the devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy may have faded from national headlines, it remains etched in the memories of those affected. By shedding light on the forgotten shore, we honor the strength and resilience of the communities that continue to rebuild and move forward.

Hurricane Sandy's impact on the forgotten shore of New Jersey was profound and long-lasting. The destruction caused by the storm served as a reminder of the power of nature and the importance of preparedness. Although the memory of the devastation may have faded with time, the recovery efforts continue, and the stories of resilience and determination live on.

Hurricane Sandy on New Jersey's Forgotten Shore

by Abigail Perkiss(Kindle Edition)

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	688 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Print length	:	29 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE

Hurricane Sandy on New Jersey's Forgotten Shore brings to life the individual and collective voices of a community: victims, volunteers, and state and federal agencies that came together to rebuild the Bayshore after the Superstorm Sandy in 2013.  

After the tumultuous night of October 29, 2012, the residents of Monmouth, Ocean, and Atlantic Counties faced an enormous and pressing question: What to do? The stories captured in this book encompass their answer to that question: the clean-up efforts, the work with governmental and non-governmental aid agencies, and the fraught choices concerning rebuilding. Through a rich and varied set of oral histories that provide perspective on disaster planning, response, and recovery in New Jersey, Abigail Perkiss captures the experience of these individuals caught in between short-term preparedness initiatives that municipal and state governments undertook and the long-term planning decisions that created the conditions for catastrophic property damage.

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