Residents in Kent County, Delaware should prepare for minor coastal flooding tonight as the National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory effective from 8 PM this evening through 2 AM Sunday morning.
Up to one foot of water is expected to rise above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. The flooding will primarily impact the most vulnerable coastal and bayside roads, with some partial or full road closures possible throughout the overnight hours.
Officials are urging drivers to avoid parking vehicles in flood-prone areas and never attempt to drive through standing water. “The water may be deeper than you think,” warns the National Weather Service, noting that driving through flood waters puts both people and vehicles at risk of costly damage.
This minor tidal flooding event is considered routine for the area, but residents should still exercise caution, especially during late-night and early morning travel. The most susceptible roadways include those along inland tidal waterways and immediate coastal areas.
The advisory expires at 2 AM Sunday morning. For real-time water level information and flood impacts for local tide gauges, residents can visit the National Water Prediction Service online. Stay with TV Delmarva for continuing weather updates throughout the evening.
