Summary
A nor'easter hit Ocean City, damaging property and canceling a music festival. City crews are now sizing up the damage and deciding what to clean up and restore first, especially the beach.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Impact analysis
The storm means unexpected cleanup and beach repair costs for the city, plus lost festival revenue for organizers and local businesses.
Residents, beachgoers, and local businesses benefit if crews clear damage and restore the beach quickly.
Festival organizers, attendees, and nearby businesses that rely on event traffic take a hit from the cancellation and storm damage.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Statements in Response to Aerial Storm Damage Assessment Postcard Mailer
Statement from City Manager Terry McGean: “The Town of Ocean City is aware of a political mailer circulating regarding Council President Matt James and his participation in an aerial storm damage assessment following the September nor’easter. At no t...
‘They made the right call on this one’: Ocean City assesses storm damage after nor’easter cancels music festival
‘They made the right call on this one’: Ocean City assesses storm damage after nor’easter cancels music festival WTOP News
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