Weather Alert

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT
SATURDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING
THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
one to two feet of inundation above ground level possible in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Kent and Inland Sussex.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 6 AM EDT
Saturday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Saturday morning
through Sunday afternoon.

* 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...Some guidance continues to indicate
moderate coastal flooding may occur during the Friday morning
high tide cycle. While confidence in this remains low, a short-
fused warning may be issued during the next update to cover
this high tide cycle.

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.

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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
19/10 PM     6.9        1.2        2.0      Minor
20/11 AM     7.5        1.8        1.7      Minor
20/11 PM     7.3        1.6        2.6      Minor
21/12 PM     7.8        2.1        1.9     Moderate
22/12 AM     7.1        1.4        2.6      Minor
22/01 PM     8.2        2.5        2.5     Moderate

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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
19/10 PM     6.3        1.7        1.3      Minor
20/11 AM     6.9        2.2        1.4      Minor
20/11 PM     6.8        2.2        2.0      Minor
21/12 PM     7.4        2.8        1.9     Moderate
22/12 AM     6.5        1.8        2.1      Minor
22/01 PM     7.4        2.8        2.1     Moderate

&&

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT
SATURDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING
THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
one to two feet of inundation above ground level possible in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Kent and Inland Sussex.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 6 AM EDT
Saturday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Saturday morning
through Sunday afternoon.

* 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...Some guidance continues to indicate
moderate coastal flooding may occur during the Friday morning
high tide cycle. While confidence in this remains low, a short-
fused warning may be issued during the next update to cover
this high tide cycle.

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.

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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
19/10 PM     6.9        1.2        2.0      Minor
20/11 AM     7.5        1.8        1.7      Minor
20/11 PM     7.3        1.6        2.6      Minor
21/12 PM     7.8        2.1        1.9     Moderate
22/12 AM     7.1        1.4        2.6      Minor
22/01 PM     8.2        2.5        2.5     Moderate

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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
19/10 PM     6.3        1.7        1.3      Minor
20/11 AM     6.9        2.2        1.4      Minor
20/11 PM     6.8        2.2        2.0      Minor
21/12 PM     7.4        2.8        1.9     Moderate
22/12 AM     6.5        1.8        2.1      Minor
22/01 PM     7.4        2.8        2.1     Moderate

&&

CoastTV Salutes - March 13, 2024

Mar 13, 2024
Mar 13, 2024 Updated Mar 13, 2024

We salute Tom Moore - Tom serves as the Deputy Chief at the Bethany Beach Volunteer Fire Company. His firefighting career began with a four-year stint at the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company, before moving to Bethany Beach in 1996, where he joined the local volunteer fire company and started his family. Moore has held various key roles, including Assistant Engineer, Chief Engineer, Fire Lieutenant, Assistant Chief, and Fire Chief. Beyond his volunteer service, he supervises the Career Division of the Millville Fire Company and works part-time for the Ocean City Fire Department, demonstrating his extensive commitment to the firefighting community. Spicer Bros. and CoastTV are honoring military persons and first responders serving Delmarva. If you have a family member, friend, or community member you'd like to nominate for a CoastTV Salute, go to CoastTVSalutes.com.