Coastal Flood Warning: 1-2 Feet of Water Expected Across Delaware Sunday Night

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 3:00 PM

A Coastal Flood Warning is in effect for Kent County, Inland Sussex County, and Delaware Beaches from Sunday night through Monday morning, with 1-2 feet of flooding expected.

Delaware residents should prepare for significant coastal flooding Sunday night into Monday morning, as the National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Warning for Kent County, Inland Sussex County, and Delaware Beaches. The warning takes effect at 9 PM Sunday and continues until 5 AM Monday, with forecasters predicting one to two feet of water above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. “This level of flooding will cause widespread roadway flooding in coastal and bayside communities,” according to the National Weather Service Mount Holly office. “Many roads will become impassable, and some locations may become isolated by flood waters.” Vulnerable structures could sustain damage, and flooding may linger into Monday afternoon’s high tide cycles. Officials strongly urge residents not to drive through flood waters, as the depth can be deceptive and extremely dangerous. Emergency management officials recommend following local evacuation orders and safety recommendations. The warning expires Monday at 5 AM, but residents should monitor conditions throughout the day as additional flooding is possible during afternoon high tides. For the latest water level information, visit water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi and stay tuned to TV Delmarva for continuing coverage.

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