Headline:
Coastal Flood Watch issued September 22 at 4:42AM EDT until September 25 at 1:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Event:
Coastal Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
September 22, 2026 - 1:42am
Expires:
September 22, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one 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...Kent and Inland Sussex.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 4 PM this
afternoon to 10 PM EDT this evening. For the Coastal Flood
Watch, from Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
* IMPACTS...At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs in
coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal
waterways. Many roads become impassable. Some damage to
vulnerable structures may begin to occur.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate tidal flooding could continue
through at least Friday evening's high tide or perhaps longer.
Instruction:
A Coastal Flood Watch means that conditions favorable for
flooding are expected to develop.
Be prepared to begin taking appropriate action to protect life
and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency
management officials. Be sure to check the latest forecast from
time to time in case a warning is issued or any new information
becomes available.
Visit the National Water Prediction Service at
https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and
flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Area Description:
Kent; Inland Sussex
Forcast Office:
NWS Mount Holly NJ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov