COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING…
* WHAT…For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch, one to two feet of inundation above ground level possible in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE…In New Jersey, Gloucester, Camden and Northwestern Burlington. In Pennsylvania, Delaware, Philadelphia and Lower Bucks.
* WHEN…For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from late Friday night through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS…At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs along tidal waterways. Some roads become impassable. Minor damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Minor flooding is forecast to occur with this afternoon`s high tide. Strong southerly winds are forecast to increase again Friday night, which may lead to another round of moderate coastal flooding impacts along the tidal Delaware River beginning with the overnight high tide Friday night. Due to additional fresh water runoff, moderate flooding may persist through the Saturday afternoon high tide as well.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
Coastal Flood WATCH issued for SATURDAY 12am – 7pm
