Weather Alert

...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level
expected 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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
23/08 AM     7.1        1.4        2.3      Minor
23/08 PM     8.0        2.3        2.1     Moderate
24/08 AM     7.4        1.7        2.2      Minor
24/09 PM     8.2        2.5        2.2     Moderate
25/09 AM     8.0        2.3        2.4     Moderate
25/09 PM     8.4        2.7        2.4     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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
23/07 AM     6.4        1.8        2.5      Minor
23/07 PM     7.4        2.8        2.7     Moderate
24/07 AM     6.9        2.2        2.8      Minor
24/08 PM     7.7        3.0        2.9     Moderate
25/08 AM     7.1        2.5        2.6     Moderate
25/09 PM     7.6        3.0        2.8     Moderate

&&

CoastTV Salutes - September 23, 2026

Sep 23, 2026
3 hrs ago

We salute Jerry Thompson - Dr. Gerald Thompson graduated from Dover HS in 1965. By 1967, he was in Vietnam serving as an 82nd Airborne Ranger LRRP attached to 173rd Infantry, 23rd Infantry, and Americal division. On Aug. 18, 1968, Jerry left Vietnam and met a beautiful girl who became the love of his life, Colleen Ann Connell. In 1972, Jerry started at Milford High School as the music teacher and band director. Jerry dedicated his life to sharing the joy of music with generations of students. He will be missed dearly! Spicer Bros. and CoastTV are honoring military personnel 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.