Coastal Flood in Salem, New Jersey

Coastal Flood April 11, 2024 – April 12, 2024 · Salem, New Jersey

What the National Weather Service wrote

Widespread moderate flooding occurred in the tidal areas of Salem County. There were many road closures with the flood waters reaching numerous homes and businesses. The tide gauge at Delaware City, Delaware reached a level of 8.59 feet MLLW. The tide gauge at Reedy Point, Delaware reached a level of 8.34 feet MLLW.

The wider storm

High astronomical tides in addition to strong southerly flow resulted in higher water levels, mainly along the Delaware Bay and tidal Delaware River. However, some flooding was observed in the back bays as southerly flow prevented water from draining.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1162433. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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