On Barnegat Bay at the Jersey Shore, Toms River faces serious coastal surge and bay flooding — Superstorm Sandy devastated the area — alongside the humidity that drives mold after any intrusion.
Coastal surge and bay flooding
Toms River’s low bayfront and shore neighborhoods are highly exposed to storm surge and coastal flooding; Sandy caused catastrophic damage here in 2012. Nor’easters and high tides also flood low areas. Coastal flood water is salty and contaminated — see the water damage categories. Nearby coverage is in our New Jersey service area.
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Humidity and hidden moisture
Northeast summer humidity lets storm moisture in walls and crawl spaces turn to mold, so dry thoroughly and verify with a meter. Treat surge and bay water as contaminated.
Serving Toms River, Newark, and Jersey City across New Jersey — plan for serious coastal surge, treat bay water as contaminated, and dry thoroughly.
Coverage: Toms River, Newark, Jersey City.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Toms River flood?
Its low bayfront and Jersey Shore neighborhoods on Barnegat Bay are highly exposed to storm surge and coastal flooding, as Superstorm Sandy showed, and nor’easters and high tides flood low areas.
Is coastal flood water safe to clean up?
No. Surge and bay water is salty and contaminated; it should be handled as contaminated, with affected porous materials removed and the area dried and sanitized.
How fast does mold grow after coastal flooding in Toms River?
In the Northeast summer humidity, mold can begin within 24 to 48 hours on damp materials, so prompt extraction and thorough drying are essential.