Coastal Flood — Inland Sussex, Delaware

2023-12-18 · Inland Sussex, Delaware

Event narrative

Widespread roadway flooding was reported in the tidal areas of the county, and there were numerous road closures. Many homes and other buildings were surrounded by flood waters with some minor property damage occurring. The tide gauge at Dewey Beach reached 4.35 feet MLLW, and the tide gauge at Indian River Inlet reached 5.45 feet MLLW.

Wider weather episode

An area of low pressure passing over the region resulted in strong onshore flow and a push of water onshore and up the Delaware Bay and Delaware River, where moderate coastal flooding was observed.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1150655. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.