A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for much of Delaware this Sunday evening, with minor tidal flooding expected to impact low-lying communities along the shore and inland waterways.
The National Weather Service has issued the advisory for Kent County, Inland Sussex County, and the Delaware Beaches, running from 7 p.m. Sunday through 1 a.m. Monday morning.
Meteorologists are forecasting up to one foot of inundation above ground level in vulnerable areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. Coastal and bayside communities could see some of their most flood-prone roads partially or fully close during the overnight hours.
Authorities are urging residents and visitors to take precautions before the flooding arrives. Do not park your vehicle in areas known to flood at high tide, and never attempt to drive through standing flood water — conditions can be deceiving, and even shallow water can cause serious vehicle damage or put lives at risk.
This advisory is considered minor in severity, but officials stress that even minor tidal flooding can create dangerous and costly situations for drivers.
For real-time water level information and local tide gauge data, visit the National Water Prediction Service at water.noaa.gov.
Stay with TV Delmarva for continuing updates as conditions develop Sunday evening.
