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Coastal Flood Warning
Issued: 11:33 AM Sep. 25, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT SUNDAY... * WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Kent and Inland Sussex. * WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs in coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal waterways. Many roads become impassable. Some damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Cannot rule out major tidal flooding impacts, especially around Rehoboth Bay and Indian River. Impacts will be most severe in back bay areas. 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. Murderkill River at Bowers Beach MLLW Categories - Minor 6.6 ft, Moderate 7.6 ft, Major 8.6 ft MHHW Categories - Minor 0.9 ft, Moderate 1.9 ft, Major 2.9 ft Total Total Departure Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Flood ft MLLW ft MHHW ft Impact -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 25/09 AM 8.1 2.4 2.5 Moderate 25/08 PM 8.1 2.4 2.5 Moderate 26/10 AM 8.0 2.3 2.0 Moderate 26/10 PM 7.7 2.0 1.7 Moderate 27/10 AM 7.4 1.7 1.1 Minor 27/11 PM 6.8 1.1 0.9 Minor Delaware Bay at Lewes MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 7.0 ft, Major 8.0 ft MHHW Categories - Minor 1.3 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 3.3 ft Total Total Departure Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Flood ft MLLW ft MHHW ft Impact -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 25/08 AM 6.8 2.2 2.3 Minor 25/09 PM 7.4 2.8 2.6 Moderate 26/09 AM 7.6 3.0 2.8 Moderate 26/09 PM 7.2 2.5 2.4 Moderate 27/09 AM 6.5 1.8 1.5 Minor 27/10 PM 5.8 1.2 1.1 None &&
Storm Warning
Issued: 9:46 AM Sep. 25, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM EDT SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 10 to 15 ft. For the Storm Warning, north winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 11 to 16 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape May NJ to Cape Henlopen DE out 20 NM and Coastal waters from Cape Henlopen to Fenwick Island DE out 20 NM. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 PM EDT this evening. For the Storm Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. &&
Gale Warning
Issued: 9:46 AM Sep. 25, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM EDT SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 10 to 15 ft. For the Storm Warning, north winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 11 to 16 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape May NJ to Cape Henlopen DE out 20 NM and Coastal waters from Cape Henlopen to Fenwick Island DE out 20 NM. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 PM EDT this evening. For the Storm Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. &&
Wind Advisory
Issued: 8:44 AM Sep. 25, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM EDT SUNDAY... * WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...In Delaware, Inland Sussex County. In New Jersey, Western Monmouth, Atlantic, Cape May, Ocean, and Southeastern Burlington Counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds may continue into Sunday, depending on the track of the storm. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects. &&
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