A Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect for parts of the Delmarva Peninsula until midnight tonight, with up to one foot of flooding expected in low-lying coastal areas.
The National Weather Service warns that minor tidal flooding will impact vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities, as well as areas along inland tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible through the evening hours.
Locally, the advisory affects Kent County and Inland Sussex County in Delaware, along with Delaware’s beaches. In New Jersey, Cumberland, Atlantic, and Cape May counties are also under the advisory.
Officials urge residents to avoid parking vehicles in flood-prone locations and never attempt to drive through flood waters, which may be deeper than they appear. Such attempts put drivers at risk and can lead to costly vehicle damage.
Looking ahead, forecasters warn that another round of minor coastal flooding is likely with Sunday evening’s high tide, so residents should remain vigilant over the weekend.
The current advisory expires at midnight tonight. For the latest water level information and flood impacts at local tide gauges, residents can visit the National Water Prediction Service online.
