Residents in New Castle County, Delaware should prepare for minor coastal flooding Saturday night into early Sunday morning. The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory effective from 11 PM Saturday until 3 AM Sunday.
Up to one foot of water above ground level is expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. The flooding will primarily impact the most vulnerable roads along tidal areas, with some partial or full road closures possible.
“Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures, usually affecting the most vulnerable roadways,” according to the National Weather Service alert issued Thursday afternoon.
Officials are urging drivers to avoid parking vehicles in flood-prone locations and never attempt to drive through flood waters. “The water may be deeper than you think it is,” the advisory warns, noting that drivers risk personal danger and costly vehicle damage.
The advisory also affects Salem County in New Jersey. Residents can monitor local water levels and flood impacts by visiting the National Water Prediction Service website.
The Coastal Flood Advisory expires at 3 AM Sunday. TV Delmarva will continue monitoring conditions and provide updates as needed throughout the weekend.
