Weather Alert

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT SATURDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Kent, Inland Sussex and Delaware Beaches.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 4 PM EDT
Saturday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Sunday morning
through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...At this level, flooding may become severe enough to
cause structural damage along with widespread roadway flooding
in coastal and bayside communities, and near inland tidal
waterways. Some locations may become isolated by the flood
waters.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will impact the
region Sunday through Monday. Moderate to major coastal flood
impacts are increasingly likely. Significant beach erosion and
dune breaching is possible due to very high surf conditions.
Interests along the Atlantic coast, Delaware Bay and its tidal
tributaries, back bays, and tidal waterways should remain alert
for forecast updates regarding this potentially significant
coastal flood event.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Coastal Flood Watch means that conditions favorable for
flooding are expected to develop.

Be prepared to begin taking appropriate action to protect life
and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency
management officials. Be sure to check the latest forecast from
time to time in case a warning is issued or any new information
becomes available.

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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
10/12 PM     7.2        1.5        0.2      Minor
11/01 AM     5.5       -0.2        0.3       None
11/01 PM     7.2        1.5        0.4      Minor
12/02 AM     6.8        1.1        1.9      Minor
12/02 PM     9.5        3.8        3.0      Major

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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
10/12 PM     6.4        1.8        0.8      Minor
11/12 AM     5.0        0.3        0.8       None
11/12 PM     6.4        1.8        1.0      Minor
12/01 AM     5.8        1.2        1.9       None
12/02 PM     9.0        4.3        3.9      Major
13/02 AM     7.7        3.0        4.0     Moderate

&&

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT SATURDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Kent, Inland Sussex and Delaware Beaches.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 4 PM EDT
Saturday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Sunday morning
through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...At this level, flooding may become severe enough to
cause structural damage along with widespread roadway flooding
in coastal and bayside communities, and near inland tidal
waterways. Some locations may become isolated by the flood
waters.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will impact the
region Sunday through Monday. Moderate to major coastal flood
impacts are increasingly likely. Significant beach erosion and
dune breaching is possible due to very high surf conditions.
Interests along the Atlantic coast, Delaware Bay and its tidal
tributaries, back bays, and tidal waterways should remain alert
for forecast updates regarding this potentially significant
coastal flood event.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Coastal Flood Watch means that conditions favorable for
flooding are expected to develop.

Be prepared to begin taking appropriate action to protect life
and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency
management officials. Be sure to check the latest forecast from
time to time in case a warning is issued or any new information
becomes available.

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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
10/12 PM     7.2        1.5        0.2      Minor
11/01 AM     5.5       -0.2        0.3       None
11/01 PM     7.2        1.5        0.4      Minor
12/02 AM     6.8        1.1        1.9      Minor
12/02 PM     9.5        3.8        3.0      Major

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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
10/12 PM     6.4        1.8        0.8      Minor
11/12 AM     5.0        0.3        0.8       None
11/12 PM     6.4        1.8        1.0      Minor
12/01 AM     5.8        1.2        1.9       None
12/02 PM     9.0        4.3        3.9      Major
13/02 AM     7.7        3.0        4.0     Moderate

&&

Rehoboth Beach is preparing for the Sea Witch Festival

Eleisa Weber
Eleisa Weber
Reporter

Eleisa joined the CoastTV team in July 2023 as a Video Journalist. She graduated from the Rutgers University School of Communication and Information in May 2023 with a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism and Media Studies, with a specialization in Sports Media and Broadcasting.

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Oct 26, 2023
Oct 26, 2023 Updated Oct 26, 2023

Rehoboth Beach is preparing for the Sea Witch Festival — The City of Rehoboth Beach is preparing for the annual Sea Witch Festival.

The City of Rehoboth Beach is preparing for the annual Sea Witch Festival.

REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. - The City of Rehoboth Beach is preparing for the annual Sea Witch Festival. Throughout Rehoboth Beach, you can see decorations being put up, and parking regulation signs in place. Many stores have also decorated for the occasion. While the city is setting up this week for the highly anticipated event, the Chamber of Commerce told CoastTV News extensive preparation goes into organizing the event.

Carol Everhart, President and CEO of the Rehoboth-Dewey Chamber of Commerce explained, "This starts a year ahead, so the minute the festival is over, we meet, and we go through our big list of about 400-600 items that have to happen, we say what has to happen in January, February, and March to get to this point."

Everhart said that about 200 plus volunteers, plus help from the Rehoboth Beach Police Department, cities workers, board members, and sponsors help make this event possible. For Everhart the hard work is worth it.

"My favorite part is watching the kids because when we do that parade, and they walk down Rehoboth Avenue with their costumes, they're just so happy. The families are happy, the kids are happy, and that's always what makes it worth it, makes it all worthwhile," said Everhart.

Since the city says they expect about over 200,000 visitors to attend the festival, a fence will be blocking drivers from Rehoboth Avenue in order to keep attendees safe. Signs indicating the parking restrictions in place can also be seen throughout Rehoboth Beach.

The Sea Witch Festival is not only a fun event that brings people together, it also helps out the local businesses with exposure.

Ryan Pakenas, who owns Devil Dave's in Rehoboth Beach stated, ""I think the stigma is that Rehoboth shuts down in the off season, when only a couple places really do, and its a great spot to be in the off season because people see you're going to be open for Christmas. "

The Sea Witch Festival festivities begin on Friday, October 27th, and go until Sunday October 29th. More information about the activities and start times can be found here.

Eleisa Weber

Reporter

Eleisa joined the CoastTV team in July 2023 as a Video Journalist. She graduated from the Rutgers University School of Communication and Information in May 2023 with a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism and Media Studies, with a specialization in Sports Media and Broadcasting.