Weather Alert

Coastal Flood Advisory until THU 4:00 PM EDT

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Kent and Inland Sussex.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM EDT Thursday.

* 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.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Coastal Flood Advisory means that minor tidal flooding is
expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some road
closures. Usually, the most vulnerable roadways will flood.

Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal
flooding. 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.

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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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
11/12 AM     6.8        1.1        0.9      Minor
11/01 PM     7.2        1.5        0.5      Minor
12/01 AM     6.1        0.4        0.6       None
12/01 PM     7.0        1.3        0.4      Minor
13/02 AM     5.4       -0.3        0.3       None

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
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
11/12 AM     6.3        1.7        1.6      Minor
11/12 PM     6.6        2.0        1.3      Minor
12/12 AM     5.4        0.8        1.0       None
12/01 PM     6.2        1.5        0.9      Minor
13/01 AM     5.2        0.5        1.1       None

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Closings

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UPDATE: Milton winery seeks permit to re-open

Madeleine Overturf Emma Aken
Nov 5, 2024
Nov 5, 2024 Updated Mar 7, 2025

Twin Branch Winery — Twin Branch Winery, located near Routes 16 and 30 in Milton, is asking for community support as it applies for a Conditional Use zoning permit.

Twin Branch Winery, located near Routes 16 and 30 in Milton, is asking for community support as it applies for a Conditional Use zoning permit.

MILTON, Del. — Twin Branch Winery, located near Routes 16 and 30 in Milton, is asking for community support as it applies for a Conditional Use zoning permit.

According to the county, the permit was submitted on March 21 and while a winery alone would be allowed on agricultural property. However, a wine-tasting and events venue requires a conditional use.

When the winery initially opened, the county says it was operating without the proper land use approvals when it morphed from being a winery to a wine-tasting and events venue. It’s for that reason that the operation now needs a conditional use approval from the County following Planning and Zoning and County Council, which is scheduled to be considered at public hearings later this month and in January.

Separately, the winery was issued an order from the Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner, which is from the state.

The winery says on Nov. 20, at 3 p.m., the Sussex County Planning and Zoning Commission will consider the winery’s application for a Conditional Use Zoning Permit, a step that would allow it to re-open.

In preparation for the hearing, Twin Branch Winery has created a petition to demonstrate community support. Supporters are encouraged to sign by Nov. 8 to ensure inclusion in the hearing materials. The winery says the petition has about 400 signatures as of Nov. 4.

“Together, we can secure this zoning change and obtain our Conditional Use License which will allow us to re-open our doors,” the winery stated. “We can’t wait to welcome you back with a glass of wine and continue making memories with our wonderful community.”

The winery is also inviting the public to submit letters of support directly to the Planning and Zoning Office.

Madeleine Overturf

Evening Broadcast Journalist

Madeleine has been with Draper Media since 2016, when she first worked as Sussex County Bureau Chief. She helped launch the rebranded CoastTV in 2019. As co-anchor of CoastTV News at 5 and 6, Maddie helps organize the evening newscasts and performs managerial responsibilities such as helping find and assign stories, approving scripts, and making content decisions.

Emma Aken

Reporter

Emma Aken joined CoastTV News in July of 2024. She graduated from Penn State University in May of 2024 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and a minor in Business. While at Penn State, she was involved in Penn State Network News, where she grew even more passionate about the news industry. She also studied abroad in Florence, Italy.