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Location: Lewes, DE
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Gale Warning
Issued: 9:45 AM Sep. 24, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with
gusts up to 35 kt and very rough waters. For the Gale Watch,
north winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and rough waters
possible.

* WHERE...Delaware Bay waters south of East Point NJ to
Slaughter Beach DE.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For
the Gale Watch, from Friday morning through Saturday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

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Gale Watch
Issued: 9:45 AM Sep. 24, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with
gusts up to 35 kt and very rough waters. For the Gale Watch,
north winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and rough waters
possible.

* WHERE...Delaware Bay waters south of East Point NJ to
Slaughter Beach DE.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For
the Gale Watch, from Friday morning through Saturday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

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Coastal Flood Warning
Issued: 9:37 AM Sep. 24, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT
SATURDAY...

* 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 Saturday.

* 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...Moderate tidal flooding could continue
into the weekend. Cannot rule out major tidal flooding
impacts, especially around Rehoboth Bay and Indian River.

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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
24/08 AM     7.0        1.3        1.8      Minor
24/09 PM     7.7        2.0        1.7     Moderate
25/09 AM     7.4        1.7        1.8      Minor
25/09 PM     7.7        2.0        1.7     Moderate
26/10 AM     7.4        1.7        1.4      Minor
26/10 PM     7.1        1.4        1.1      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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
24/07 AM     6.5        1.8        2.4      Minor
24/08 PM     7.4        2.8        2.6     Moderate
25/08 AM     7.1        2.5        2.6     Moderate
25/09 PM     7.5        2.8        2.7     Moderate
26/09 AM     7.0        2.3        2.2     Moderate
26/09 PM     6.6        2.0        1.8      Minor

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