The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a coastal
Flood Warning… which is in effect from 2 PM this afternoon to
11 am EST Tuesday morning.

* Location… southern New Jersey and Delaware coastal areas as
well as lower Delaware Bay communities.

* Coastal flooding… areas of moderate flooding is anticipated with
the high tide late this afternoon into this evening and once again
on Tuesday morning.

* Timing… high tide on the oceanfront occurs between 4:45 PM and
5:45 PM this afternoon and between 5:10 am and 6:10 am Tuesday
morning. High tide on lower Delaware Bay occurs later than the
high tide on the oceanfront.

* Surge… around 3 to 4 feet above the astronomical tide late this
afternoon and evening and again Tuesday morning. Highest tidal
anomalies on lower Delaware Bay are expected to be on the
Delaware side.

* Waves… wave heights in the nearshore waters are forecast to
build to 12 to 18 feet and up to 20 feet this evening. Waves on
the lower Delaware Bay will build to 7 feet.

* Impacts… numerous roadways will flood and minor to moderate
property damage is likely late this afternoon and evening and once
again Tuesday morning. Tidal flooding may be compounded by heavy
rain. Also… the combination of very strong onshore winds and
battering waves will lead to significant beach erosion.

* Outlook… with winds becoming offshore on Tuesday, tidal
departures will diminish during the day on Tuesday decreasing the
threat of tidal flooding Tuesday afternoon and evening.

Precautionary/preparedness actions…

A coastal Flood Warning means that flooding is expected. Coastal
residents in the warned area should be alert for rising water… and
take appropriate action to protect life and property.

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.

For a list of the impact of different tide heights in your County
please go to www.Weather.Gov/phi/tides

Forecast              time of              predicted
location              high Tide            Water level

Cape May              4:54 PM Mon          7.5 to 8.0 feet MLLW
New Jersey            5:24 am Tue          7.5 to 8.0 feet MLLW
(oceanfront)

Lewes                 5:30 PM Mon          7.0 to 7.5 feet MLLW
Delaware              6:02 am Tue          7.0 to 7.5 feet MLLW
(Delaware bay)

Rehoboth Beach        4:24 PM Mon          7.0 to 7.5 feet MLLW
Delaware              5:01 am Tue          7.0 to 7.5 feet MLLW
(oceanfront)