Weather Service Issues Coastal Flooding Alert for Delaware Shore

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 6:45 PM

The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood advisory for Delaware's shoreline areas. The advisory remains in effect from Thursday evening through early Friday morning.

Weather officials have issued a coastal flood advisory for Delaware’s coastal regions, warning residents of potential flooding conditions along the shoreline.

The National Weather Service office in Mount Holly, New Jersey issued the advisory Thursday evening at 6:40 PM, with the warning remaining active until 4:00 AM Friday morning.

Coastal areas of Delaware may experience minor to moderate flooding during this timeframe, particularly during high tide cycles. Residents and visitors in affected areas should exercise caution when traveling near waterfront locations and low-lying coastal roads.

The weather service advises drivers to avoid flooded roadways and reminds the public that it only takes a small amount of moving water to sweep away a vehicle.

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