...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM 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 PM 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...Cannot rule out major tidal flooding
impacts, especially around Rehoboth Bay and Indian River.
Impacts will be most severe in back bay areas.

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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
24/10 PM     7.1        1.4        1.5      Minor
25/09 AM     7.2        1.5        1.6      Minor
25/09 PM     7.7        2.0        1.7     Moderate
26/10 AM     8.0        2.3        2.0     Moderate
26/10 PM     7.2        1.5        1.2      Minor
27/10 AM     7.4        1.7        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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
25/08 AM     6.4        1.8        1.9      Minor
25/09 PM     7.2        2.5        2.4     Moderate
26/09 AM     7.1        2.5        2.3     Moderate
26/09 PM     6.8        2.2        2.0      Minor
27/09 AM     6.5        1.8        1.5      Minor

&&

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT FRIDAY THROUGH
SATURDAY AFTERNOON...

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

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

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 AM EDT Friday.
For the Gale Watch, from 6 AM EDT Friday through Saturday
afternoon.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT FRIDAY THROUGH
SATURDAY AFTERNOON...

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

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

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 AM EDT Friday.
For the Gale Watch, from 6 AM EDT Friday through Saturday
afternoon.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&