2,300 pounds of trash removed by state agencies in cleanup of illegal dumping

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 AM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Coastal New Jersey and Delaware. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities, and along inland tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Onshore flow and the recent Full Moon will create conditions favorable for higher waters levels. It appears that the higher water will only last for one tide cycle however. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. && Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour. 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 -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 26/10 AM 4.7 0.0 0.9 None 26/10 PM 6.1 1.5 0.8 Minor 27/11 AM 4.8 0.2 1.0 None 27/11 PM 6.1 1.5 1.0 Minor 28/12 PM 4.7 0.0 0.9 None 29/12 AM 5.7 1.0 0.8 None Arthur Kill at Perth Amboy MLLW Categories - Minor 7.2 ft, Moderate 8.2 ft, Major 9.2 ft MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.5 ft Total Total Departure Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Flood ft MLLW ft MHHW ft Impact -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 26/09 AM 6.0 0.3 0.6 None 26/09 PM 7.7 2.0 1.2 Minor 27/10 AM 6.4 0.7 1.0 None 27/10 PM 7.3 1.6 1.1 Minor 28/11 AM 5.8 0.1 0.5 None 28/11 PM 6.6 0.9 0.7 None Sandy Hook Bay at Sandy Hook MLLW Categories - Minor 6.7 ft, Moderate 7.7 ft, Major 8.7 ft MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.5 ft Total Total Departure Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Flood ft MLLW ft MHHW ft Impact -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 26/09 AM 5.7 0.5 0.8 None 26/09 PM 7.1 1.9 1.2 Minor 27/10 AM 6.2 1.0 1.3 None 27/10 PM 6.7 1.5 1.0 Minor 28/11 AM 5.7 0.5 0.8 None 28/11 PM 6.2 1.0 0.8 None Watson Creek at Manasquan MLLW Categories - Minor 5.7 ft, Moderate 6.7 ft, Major 7.7 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 -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 26/09 AM 4.1 -0.3 0.0 None 26/09 PM 6.1 1.7 1.1 Minor 27/10 AM 4.8 0.4 0.7 None 27/10 PM 5.5 1.1 0.8 None 28/11 AM 4.7 0.3 0.7 None 28/11 PM 4.9 0.5 0.4 None Atlantic Ocean at Atlantic City MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 7.0 ft, Major 8.0 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 -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 26/09 AM 4.9 0.3 1.0 None 26/09 PM 6.8 2.2 1.4 Minor 27/10 AM 5.3 0.7 1.4 None 27/10 PM 6.3 1.7 1.1 Minor 28/11 AM 4.8 0.2 0.9 None 28/11 PM 5.8 1.2 0.9 None Great Egg Harbor Bay at Ocean City MLLW Categories - Minor 5.3 ft, Moderate 6.3 ft, Major 7.3 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 -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 26/08 AM 3.6 -0.4 0.8 None 26/10 PM 5.8 1.8 1.0 Minor 27/09 AM 4.2 0.2 1.3 None 27/10 PM 5.4 1.4 0.9 Minor 28/11 AM 3.8 -0.2 0.5 None 28/11 PM 4.8 0.8 0.4 None Cape May Harbor at Cape May MLLW Categories - Minor 6.2 ft, Moderate 7.2 ft, Major 8.2 ft MHHW Categories - Minor 1.1 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 3.1 ft Total Total Departure Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Flood ft MLLW ft MHHW ft Impact -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 26/08 AM 4.9 -0.2 0.9 None 26/09 PM 6.9 1.8 1.2 Minor 27/09 AM 5.4 0.3 1.4 None 27/11 PM 6.0 0.9 0.3 None 28/10 AM 5.0 -0.1 1.0 None 28/11 PM 6.0 0.9 0.6 None Barnegat Bay at Barnegat Light MLLW Categories - Minor 3.5 ft, Moderate 4.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft MHHW Categories - Minor 1.0 ft, Moderate 2.0 ft, Major 3.0 ft Total Total Departure Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Flood ft MLLW ft MHHW ft Impact -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 26/09 AM 2.7 0.2 0.5 None 26/09 PM 3.9 1.4 0.9 Minor 27/10 AM 3.2 0.7 1.0 None 27/10 PM 3.6 1.1 0.7 Minor 28/11 AM 2.8 0.3 0.6 None 28/11 PM 3.2 0.7 0.5 None &&

Alyssa Baker
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Alyssa Baker joined the CoastTV team as a producer in February 2023. She is from Philadelphia. Alyssa graduated from West Chester University with a degree in media and culture. She participated in multiple broadcasting internships while in school, most recently with WPHL 17 in Philadelphia.

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Apr 3, 2024
Apr 3, 2024 Updated Apr 3, 2024

DELAWARE - In a joint effort to preserve Delaware's natural beauty, four state agencies recently collaborated to tackle a significant cleanup operation at Taber State Forest in western Kent County. These agencies included the Delaware Natural Resources Police, the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Transportation and the Department of Corrections.

The state said that reports of illegal dumping in the area prompted the cleanup initiative. Agencies collected and disposed of over 2,300 pounds of trash and debris from the forest and its surrounding vicinity. Officials say that among the items thrown away were household trash, furniture, tires, animal carcasses and various other debris, highlighting the severity of the issue.

The DNRP Environmental Crimes Unit emphasized the ongoing commitment of law enforcement to combat illegal dumping across the state. The state said it is working towards this, especially since the launch of the Keep DE Litter Free initiative, which began in 2019. It is an initiative that promotes a clean and litter-free state. The crimes unit said that DNRP has handled 95 dumping complaints this year alone, resulting in 24 arrests. According to the state, those found guilty of such offenses face heavy fines. Officials say the consequences include:

At least $50 and eight hours of community service for littering.
At least $500 and no less than eight hours of community service for illegal dumping.
Between $500 to $1,500 for illegal dumping of solid waste.

DNRP has tools to help people find the proper places to dispose of their garbage, including the Delaware Solid Waste Authority’s facility finder map. According to the agency, it only costs $1 per bag to dispose. The state also encourages people to report anyone illegally dumping trash to its 24-hour tip line at 800-662-8802.

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