Coastal Flood Warnings/Watches/Statements
Issued by NWS Mt. Holly, NJ
Issued by NWS Mt. Holly, NJ
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CFWPHI
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ
451 AM EDT Sun Sep 27 2026
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Gloucester-Camden-Northwestern Burlington-Delaware-Philadelphia-
Lower Bucks-
451 AM EDT Sun Sep 27 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM EDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...
Water levels are no longer forecast to reach advisory criteria at
this time.
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Delaware Beaches-
451 AM EDT Sun Sep 27 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to two feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 2 to 8 feet in the surf zone. For the
High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Delaware Beaches.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 2 PM EDT this
afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
* 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. Dangerous swimming
and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant beach erosion is expected.
Breaching of sand dunes is possible.
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.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Always obey posted Beach Flags. If you enter the surf zone,
always have a floatation device with you and swim near a
lifeguard if possible. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float and do not swim against the current. If able, swim parallel
to the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or
wave for help.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- --------
27/09 AM 7.1 2.5 2.1 Moderate
27/10 PM 5.5 0.8 0.8 None
28/10 AM 6.0 1.3 0.8 Minor
28/11 PM 5.4 0.8 0.9 None
29/11 AM 6.0 1.3 0.7 Minor
29/11 PM 4.8 0.2 0.5 None
&&
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Eastern Monmouth-
451 AM EDT Sun Sep 27 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to two feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 3 to 8 feet in the surf zone. For the
High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Eastern Monmouth.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 2 PM EDT this
afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
* 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. Dangerous swimming
and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant beach erosion is expected.
Breaching of sand dunes is possible.
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.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Always obey posted Beach Flags. If you enter the surf zone,
always have a floatation device with you and swim near a
lifeguard if possible. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float and do not swim against the current. If able, swim parallel
to the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or
wave for help.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Sandy Hook Bay at Sandy Hook
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.7 ft, Moderate 7.7 ft, Major 8.7 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- --------
27/08 AM 8.1 2.9 2.5 Moderate
27/09 PM 7.1 1.9 1.7 Minor
28/09 AM 7.3 2.1 1.4 Minor
28/10 PM 6.4 1.2 1.2 None
29/10 AM 6.8 1.6 0.9 Minor
29/11 PM 5.7 0.5 0.8 None
Watson Creek at Manasquan
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.7 ft, Moderate 6.7 ft, Major 7.7 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- --------
27/08 AM 6.9 2.5 2.3 Moderate
27/09 PM 5.4 1.0 0.9 None
28/09 AM 5.6 1.2 0.7 None
28/10 PM 4.7 0.3 0.4 None
29/10 AM 5.1 0.7 0.2 None
29/10 PM 4.1 -0.3 0.0 None
&&
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Atlantic Coastal Cape May-Coastal Atlantic-
451 AM EDT Sun Sep 27 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to two feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 1 to 7 feet in the surf zone. For the
High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Atlantic Coastal Cape May and Coastal Atlantic.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 2 PM EDT this
afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
* 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. Dangerous swimming
and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant beach erosion is expected.
Breaching of sand dunes is possible.
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.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Always obey posted Beach Flags. If you enter the surf zone,
always have a floatation device with you and swim near a
lifeguard if possible. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float and do not swim against the current. If able, swim parallel
to the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or
wave for help.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Atlantic Ocean at Atlantic City
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 7.0 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.4 ft, Major 3.4 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- --------
27/08 AM 7.2 2.6 2.2 Moderate
27/09 PM 5.8 1.2 1.1 None
28/09 AM 6.1 1.5 0.9 Minor
28/09 PM 5.3 0.7 0.8 None
29/10 AM 5.8 1.2 0.6 None
29/10 PM 4.6 0.0 0.3 None
&&
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Coastal Ocean-
451 AM EDT Sun Sep 27 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to two feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 1 to 6 feet in the surf zone. For the
High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Ocean.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 2 PM EDT this
afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
* 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. Dangerous swimming
and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant beach erosion is expected.
Breaching of sand dunes is possible.
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.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Always obey posted Beach Flags. If you enter the surf zone,
always have a floatation device with you and swim near a
lifeguard if possible. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float and do not swim against the current. If able, swim parallel
to the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or
wave for help.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Barnegat Bay at Barnegat Light
MLLW Categories - Minor 3.5 ft, Moderate 4.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.0 ft, Moderate 2.0 ft, Major 3.0 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- --------
27/08 AM 4.9 2.4 2.0 Moderate
27/09 PM 3.9 1.4 1.2 Minor
28/09 AM 3.9 1.4 0.9 Minor
28/09 PM 3.1 0.6 0.6 None
29/10 AM 3.4 0.9 0.3 None
29/10 PM 2.5 -0.0 0.1 None
&&
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Middlesex-Western Monmouth-
451 AM EDT Sun Sep 27 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Middlesex and Western Monmouth.
* WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT this afternoon.
* 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.
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.
Arthur Kill at Perth Amboy
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.2 ft, Moderate 8.2 ft, Major 9.2 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- --------
27/09 AM 8.6 2.9 2.4 Moderate
27/09 PM 7.4 1.7 1.5 Minor
28/09 AM 7.4 1.7 1.0 Minor
28/10 PM 6.6 0.9 0.9 None
29/10 AM 7.1 1.4 0.6 None
29/10 PM 5.8 0.1 0.4 None
Sandy Hook Bay at Sandy Hook
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.7 ft, Moderate 7.7 ft, Major 8.7 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- --------
27/08 AM 8.1 2.9 2.5 Moderate
27/09 PM 7.1 1.9 1.7 Minor
28/09 AM 7.3 2.1 1.4 Minor
28/10 PM 6.4 1.2 1.2 None
29/10 AM 6.8 1.6 0.9 Minor
29/11 PM 5.7 0.5 0.8 None
Watson Creek at Manasquan
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.7 ft, Moderate 6.7 ft, Major 7.7 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- --------
27/08 AM 6.9 2.5 2.3 Moderate
27/09 PM 5.4 1.0 0.9 None
28/09 AM 5.6 1.2 0.7 None
28/10 PM 4.7 0.3 0.4 None
29/10 AM 5.1 0.7 0.2 None
29/10 PM 4.1 -0.3 0.0 None
&&
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Ocean-Southeastern Burlington-
451 AM EDT Sun Sep 27 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Ocean and Southeastern Burlington.
* WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT this afternoon.
* 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.
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.
Barnegat Bay at Barnegat Light
MLLW Categories - Minor 3.5 ft, Moderate 4.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.0 ft, Moderate 2.0 ft, Major 3.0 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- --------
27/08 AM 4.9 2.4 2.0 Moderate
27/09 PM 3.9 1.4 1.2 Minor
28/09 AM 3.9 1.4 0.9 Minor
28/09 PM 3.1 0.6 0.6 None
29/10 AM 3.4 0.9 0.3 None
29/10 PM 2.5 -0.0 0.1 None
&&
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Cumberland-Atlantic-Cape May-
451 AM EDT Sun Sep 27 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Cumberland, Atlantic and Cape May.
* WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT this afternoon.
* 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. 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 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.
Maurice River at Bivalve
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.6 ft, Moderate 8.6 ft, Major 9.6 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- --------
27/10 AM 8.2 1.9 1.5 Minor
27/11 PM 6.7 0.4 0.5 None
28/11 AM 7.4 1.1 0.6 None
28/11 PM 6.7 0.4 0.5 None
29/12 PM 7.4 1.1 0.5 None
30/12 AM 6.2 -0.1 0.3 None
Atlantic Ocean at Atlantic City
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 7.0 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.4 ft, Major 3.4 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- --------
27/08 AM 7.2 2.6 2.2 Moderate
27/09 PM 5.8 1.2 1.1 None
28/09 AM 6.1 1.5 0.9 Minor
28/09 PM 5.3 0.7 0.8 None
29/10 AM 5.8 1.2 0.6 None
29/10 PM 4.6 0.0 0.3 None
Great Egg Harbor Bay at Ocean City
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.3 ft, Moderate 6.3 ft, Major 7.3 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- --------
27/09 AM 6.5 2.5 2.0 Moderate
27/09 PM 5.0 1.0 0.9 None
28/10 AM 5.4 1.4 0.7 Minor
28/10 PM 4.6 0.6 0.5 None
29/10 AM 5.1 1.1 0.4 None
29/11 PM 4.1 0.1 0.2 None
Cape May Harbor at Cape May
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.2 ft, Moderate 7.2 ft, Major 8.2 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.1 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 3.1 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- --------
27/09 AM 7.3 2.2 1.8 Moderate
27/09 PM 5.8 0.7 0.6 None
28/10 AM 6.3 1.2 0.6 Minor
28/10 PM 5.7 0.6 0.7 None
29/10 AM 6.2 1.1 0.4 Minor
29/11 PM 4.9 -0.2 0.2 None
&&
$$
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Kent-Inland Sussex-
451 AM EDT Sun Sep 27 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
* 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 this afternoon.
* 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. 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- --------
27/10 AM 7.5 1.8 1.2 Minor
27/11 PM 6.4 0.7 0.5 None
28/11 AM 7.2 1.5 0.7 Minor
28/11 PM 6.4 0.7 0.7 None
29/12 PM 7.2 1.5 0.6 Minor
30/12 AM 5.8 0.1 0.4 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- --------
27/09 AM 7.1 2.5 2.1 Moderate
27/10 PM 5.5 0.8 0.8 None
28/10 AM 6.0 1.3 0.8 Minor
28/11 PM 5.4 0.8 0.9 None
29/11 AM 6.0 1.3 0.7 Minor
29/11 PM 4.8 0.2 0.5 None
&&
$$
MJL