...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Kent and Sussex Counties in Delaware.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

* 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...Additional beach erosion and dune breaching
are possible through the day today.

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.

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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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
13/03 PM     8.5        2.8        2.3     Moderate
14/04 AM     6.7        1.0        2.2      Minor
14/05 PM     7.4        1.7        1.5      Minor
15/05 AM     5.8        0.1        1.2       None
15/06 PM     6.2        0.5        0.4       None
16/06 AM     5.5       -0.2        0.6       None

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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
13/02 PM     7.5        2.8        2.6     Moderate
14/03 AM     6.0        1.3        2.4      Minor
14/04 PM     6.9        2.2        2.2      Minor
15/04 AM     5.3        0.7        1.7       None
15/05 PM     5.7        1.0        1.1       None
16/05 AM     5.3        0.7        1.5       None

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...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
rough waters.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT Tuesday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A break in gale force winds is expected
later today before gale force winds return later tonight into
Tuesday.

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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