Residents across Kent County, Inland Sussex, and Delaware’s beaches need to prepare for significant flooding tonight as the National Weather Service issued a Coastal Flood Warning effective from 9 PM tonight through 5 AM Monday morning.
The weather service is forecasting one to two feet of water above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. This flooding will cause widespread road closures in coastal and bayside communities, with many routes becoming completely impassable.
“Some damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur,” according to the National Weather Service Mount Holly office. “Some locations may become isolated by the flood waters.”
The flooding threat doesn’t end Monday morning. Additional minor to moderate coastal flooding is likely with Monday afternoon’s high tide, and back-bay flooding could persist through Tuesday morning.
Safety officials stress: never drive through flood waters. The water may be deeper than it appears, putting you in danger and potentially damaging your vehicle.
Residents should follow recommendations from local emergency management officials and stay informed as conditions develop. The Coastal Flood Warning remains in effect until 5 AM Monday morning, though extensions are possible depending on conditions.
