
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In Delaware, New Castle. In New Jersey, Salem. * WHEN...Until 9 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs along tidal waterways. Some roads become impassable. Minor damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will impact the region Sunday through Monday. Moderate coastal flood impacts are likely. Interests along Delaware Bay and its tidal tributaries should remain alert for forecast updates regarding this potentially coastal flood event. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate or major tidal flooding is occurring or imminent. Be prepared for rising water levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency management officials. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs. Visit the National Water Prediction Service at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge. && Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour. Delaware River at Reedy Point MLLW Categories - Minor 7.2 ft, Moderate 8.2 ft, Major 9.2 ft MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.4 ft, Major 3.4 ft Total Total Departure Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Flood ft MLLW ft MHHW ft Impact -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 12/04 PM 8.4 2.6 2.3 Moderate 13/05 AM 8.1 2.3 3.1 Minor 13/05 PM 8.2 2.4 2.3 Moderate 14/06 AM 7.0 1.2 2.0 None 14/06 PM 7.6 1.8 1.8 Minor 15/07 AM 6.7 0.9 1.6 None &&