Residents and visitors along Delaware’s coast should prepare for minor tidal flooding this evening, as the National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory for Kent County, Inland Sussex County, and the Delaware Beaches.
Flooding is expected to develop around 5:00 PM this evening and continue through 11:00 PM tonight. Forecasters say up to one foot of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
The greatest concern is for roads in coastal and bayside communities, where partial or full closures are possible during the evening high tide. Drivers are urged not to attempt to drive through flooded roadways — water may be deeper than it appears and could seriously damage your vehicle or put your life at risk.
Authorities also warn against leaving vehicles parked in areas prone to tidal flooding.
This may not be a one-night event. The National Weather Service says minor tidal flooding could continue through Sunday evening’s high tide and potentially into Monday, with additional advisories possible.
The current Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect until 11:00 PM tonight. For updated water level and flood impact information, visit water.noaa.gov.
