A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for much of the Delmarva Peninsula from 6 PM tonight through midnight, as the National Weather Service warns of minor tidal flooding in low-lying coastal areas.
Up to six inches of water above ground level is expected near shorelines and tidal waterways across Kent County, Inland Sussex, and Delaware Beaches. The flooding will also impact parts of southern New Jersey, including Cumberland, Atlantic, and Cape May counties.
The most vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities are expected to flood first, with some partial or full road closures possible. Officials warn that another round of minor flooding is likely during Sunday evening’s high tide.
“Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures, usually affecting the most vulnerable roadways,” according to the National Weather Service advisory issued early Thursday morning.
Residents should avoid leaving vehicles in flood-prone areas and never attempt to drive through standing water, which may be deeper than it appears. The advisory expires at 5 PM Thursday, but drivers should remain cautious through the evening hours.
For additional water level information and local tide gauge data, visit the National Water Prediction Service website at water.noaa.gov.
