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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ
502 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025

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Inland Sussex-Delaware Beaches-
502 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
  inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
  shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
  up to 3 feet of inundation above ground level possible in low-
  lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Inland Sussex and Delaware Beaches.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 3 PM EDT Friday.
  For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Sunday morning through
  Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...At this level, flooding may become severe enough to
  cause structural damage along with widespread roadway flooding
  in coastal and bayside communities, and near inland tidal
  waterways. Some locations may become isolated by the flood
  waters.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will impact the
  region Sunday through Monday. Moderate to potentially major
  coastal flood impacts are possible. Significant beach erosion
  is possible. Interests along the Atlantic coast, back bays,
  and tidal waterways should remain alert for forecast updates
  regarding this potentially significant coastal flood event.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Delaware Bay at Lewes
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 7.0 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.3 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 3.3 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
 09/11 PM     5.4        0.8        0.9       None
 10/11 AM     6.4        1.8        0.9      Minor
 11/12 AM     5.0        0.3        0.8       None
 11/01 PM     6.5        1.8        1.1      Minor
 12/01 AM     5.8        1.2        1.9       None
 12/02 PM     9.1        4.4        4.0      Major

&&

$$

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Kent-
502 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
  inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
  shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
  up to 3 feet of inundation above ground level possible in low-
  lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Kent.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 3 PM EDT Friday.
  For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Sunday morning through
  Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...At this level, flooding may become severe enough to
  cause structural damage along with widespread roadway flooding
  in coastal and bayside communities, and near inland tidal
  waterways. Some locations may become isolated by the flood
  waters.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will impact the
  region Sunday through Monday. Moderate to potentially major
  coastal flood impacts are possible. Interests along Delaware
  Bay and its tidal tributaries should remain alert for forecast
  updates regarding this potentially significant coastal flood
  event.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Murderkill River at Bowers Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.6 ft, Moderate 7.6 ft, Major 8.6 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.9 ft, Moderate 1.9 ft, Major 2.9 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
 10/12 AM     6.1        0.4        0.5       None
 10/12 PM     7.2        1.5        0.2      Minor
 11/01 AM     5.3       -0.4        0.1       None
 11/01 PM     7.0        1.3        0.2      Minor
 12/02 AM     6.3        0.6        1.4       None
 12/02 PM     9.6        3.9        3.1      Major

&&

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Cumberland-
502 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
  inundation above ground level 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...Cumberland.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 3 PM EDT Friday.
  For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Sunday morning through
  Monday evening.

* 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...A strong coastal storm will impact the
  region Sunday through Monday. Moderate to potentially major
  coastal flood impacts are possible. Interests along Delaware
  Bay and its tidal tributaries should remain alert for forecast
  updates regarding this potentially significant coastal flood
  event.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Maurice River at Bivalve
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.6 ft, Moderate 8.6 ft, Major 9.6 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.3 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 3.3 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
 10/12 AM     7.0        0.7        0.9       None
 10/12 PM     8.2        1.9        1.0      Minor
 11/01 AM     6.6        0.3        0.8       None
 11/01 PM     8.0        1.7        1.0      Minor
 12/02 AM     6.9        0.6        1.4       None
 12/02 PM     9.3        3.0        2.6     Moderate

&&

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Atlantic-Cape May-Atlantic Coastal Cape May-Coastal Atlantic-
502 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
  inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
  shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
  two to three feet of inundation above ground level possible in
  low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Atlantic, Cape May, Atlantic Coastal Cape May and
  Coastal Atlantic.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 3 PM EDT Friday.
  For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Sunday morning through
  Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...At this level, flooding may become severe enough to
  cause structural damage along with widespread roadway flooding
  in coastal and bayside communities, and near inland tidal
  waterways. Some locations may become isolated by the flood
  waters.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will impact the
  region Sunday through Monday. Moderate to potentially major
  coastal flood impacts are possible. Significant beach erosion
  is possible. Interests along the Atlantic coast, back bays,
  and tidal waterways should remain alert for forecast updates
  regarding this potentially significant coastal flood event.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Atlantic Ocean at Atlantic City
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 7.0 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.4 ft, Major 3.4 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
 09/10 PM     5.5        0.9        1.0       None
 10/10 AM     6.5        1.9        0.9      Minor
 10/11 PM     5.1        0.5        0.9       None
 11/11 AM     6.4        1.8        1.0      Minor
 12/12 AM     5.5        0.9        1.6       None
 12/01 PM     8.2        3.6        3.2      Major

Great Egg Harbor Bay at Ocean City
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.3 ft, Moderate 6.3 ft, Major 7.3 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.3 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 3.3 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
 09/11 PM     4.5        0.5        0.5       None
 10/11 AM     5.5        1.5        0.4      Minor
 10/11 PM     4.1        0.1        0.5       None
 11/12 PM     5.4        1.4        0.5      Minor
 12/12 AM     4.6        0.6        1.2       None
 12/01 PM     7.3        3.3        2.7      Major

Cape May Harbor at Cape May
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.2 ft, Moderate 7.2 ft, Major 8.2 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.1 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 3.1 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
 09/11 PM     5.7        0.6        0.7       None
 10/11 AM     6.8        1.7        0.6      Minor
 10/11 PM     5.2        0.1        0.6       None
 11/12 PM     6.7        1.6        0.8      Minor
 12/12 AM     5.7        0.6        1.4       None
 12/01 PM     8.9        3.8        3.3      Major

&&

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Ocean-Coastal Ocean-Southeastern Burlington-
502 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025

...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Two to three feet of inundation above ground level
  possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
  waterways.

* WHERE...Ocean, Coastal Ocean and Southeastern Burlington.

* WHEN...From Sunday morning through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...At this level, flooding may become severe enough to
  cause structural damage along with widespread roadway flooding
  in coastal and bayside communities, and near inland tidal
  waterways. Some locations may become isolated by the flood
  waters.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will impact the
  region Sunday through Monday. Moderate to potentially major
  coastal flood impacts are possible. Significant beach erosion
  is possible. Interests along the Atlantic coast, back bays,
  and tidal waterways should remain alert for forecast updates
  regarding this potentially significant coastal flood event.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Barnegat Bay at Barnegat Light
MLLW Categories - Minor 3.5 ft, Moderate 4.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.0 ft, Moderate 2.0 ft, Major 3.0 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
 09/10 PM     2.9        0.4        0.4       None
 10/11 AM     3.6        1.1        0.5      Minor
 10/11 PM     2.7        0.2        0.3       None
 11/11 AM     3.4        0.9        0.4       None
 12/12 AM     3.0        0.5        0.8       None
 12/01 PM     4.8        2.3        2.0     Moderate

&&

$$

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New Castle-Salem-
502 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025

...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level
  possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
  waterways.

* WHERE...In Delaware, New Castle. In New Jersey, Salem.

* WHEN...From Sunday afternoon through Monday 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...A strong coastal storm will impact the
  region Sunday through Monday. Moderate coastal flood impacts
  are possible. Interests along Delaware Bay and its tidal
  tributaries should remain alert for forecast updates regarding
  this potentially significant coastal flood event.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Delaware River at Reedy Point
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.2 ft, Moderate 8.2 ft, Major 9.2 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.4 ft, Major 3.4 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
 10/02 AM     6.6        0.8        0.9       None
 10/02 PM     7.6        1.8        1.1      Minor
 11/03 AM     6.5        0.7        1.1       None
 11/03 PM     7.7        1.9        1.3      Minor
 12/04 AM     7.2        1.4        2.0      Minor

&&

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Middlesex-Western Monmouth-Eastern Monmouth-
502 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025

...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Two to three feet of inundation above ground level
  possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
  waterways.

* WHERE...Middlesex, Western Monmouth and Eastern Monmouth.

* WHEN...From Sunday morning through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...At this level, flooding may become severe enough to
  cause structural damage along with widespread roadway flooding
  in coastal and bayside communities, and near inland tidal
  waterways. Some locations may become isolated by the flood
  waters.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will impact the
  region Sunday through Monday. Moderate to potentially major
  coastal flood impacts are possible. Significant beach erosion
  is possible. Interests along the Atlantic coast, back bays,
  and tidal waterways should remain alert for forecast updates
  regarding this potentially significant coastal flood event.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Arthur Kill at Perth Amboy
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.2 ft, Moderate 8.2 ft, Major 9.2 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.5 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
 09/10 PM     6.2        0.5        0.4       None
 10/11 AM     7.3        1.6        0.5      Minor
 10/11 PM     5.8        0.1        0.4       None
 11/12 PM     7.1        1.4        0.6       None
 12/12 AM     6.2        0.5        1.1       None
 12/01 PM     8.8        3.1        2.7     Moderate

Sandy Hook Bay at Sandy Hook
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.7 ft, Moderate 7.7 ft, Major 8.7 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.5 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
 09/10 PM     6.0        0.8        0.7       None
 10/11 AM     6.8        1.6        0.7      Minor
 10/11 PM     5.7        0.5        0.7       None
 11/12 PM     6.5        1.3        0.7       None
 12/12 AM     5.8        0.6        1.1       None
 12/01 PM     8.1        2.9        2.6     Moderate

Watson Creek at Manasquan
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.7 ft, Moderate 6.7 ft, Major 7.7 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.3 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 3.3 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
 09/10 PM     4.9        0.5        0.5       None
 10/11 AM     5.4        1.0        0.3       None
 10/11 PM     4.3       -0.1        0.2       None
 11/12 PM     5.2        0.8        0.4       None
 12/12 AM     4.6        0.2        0.7       None
 12/01 PM     6.4        2.0        1.8      Minor

&&

$$