Coastal Flood in Delaware Beaches, Delaware

Coastal Flood April 11, 2024 – April 12, 2024 · Delaware Beaches, Delaware

What the National Weather Service wrote

Widespread roadway flooding was reported in the tidal areas of the county, and there were 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 4.36 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 1162439. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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