A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect tonight for several communities across the Delmarva Peninsula, with minor tidal flooding expected through midnight.
The National Weather Service out of Mount Holly, New Jersey, issued the advisory this afternoon, warning of up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. In Delaware, Kent County, Inland Sussex, and the Delaware Beaches are all included in the advisory. Portions of southern New Jersey — including Cumberland, Atlantic, Cape May, and Atlantic Coastal Cape May counties — are also affected.
Residents should expect flooding to begin on the most vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities, as well as along inland tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible.
Authorities are urging drivers to use extreme caution. Do not drive through flooded roadways — the water may be deeper than it appears and can cause serious damage to your vehicle, or worse, put your life at risk. If you typically park near tidal areas, move your vehicle to higher ground before water levels rise.
It’s not a one-night concern either. Forecasters say another round of minor coastal flooding is likely with Sunday evening’s high tide, so residents should remain alert into the weekend.
The advisory expires at midnight tonight.
