Residents in parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania are facing coastal flood advisories as the National Weather Service in Philadelphia predicts up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. The advisory, which remains in effect from 2 p.m. this afternoon to 11 p.m. EDT Monday, covers Gloucester, Camden, and Northwestern Burlington in New Jersey, along with Delaware, Philadelphia, and Lower Bucks in Pennsylvania. According to the NWS, the conditions stem from a surge of northeast winds up to 30 mph which brings rain and potentially minor tidal flooding that could impact vulnerable roadways and lead to some closures.
The National Weather Service also provides a detailed forecast for the region, expecting a wet week with rainfall predicted through Columbus Day, followed by a chance of rain on Tuesday morning with partly sunny skies later and highs approaching 68°F. Nighttime temperatures are likely to hover in the mid-50s with a transition to sunny conditions anticipated by Wednesday and carrying through to the weekend. Residents are advised to keep an eye on water levels and flood impacts at their local tide gauges, which are available on the National Water Prediction Service’s website.
In terms of specific tidal conditions, the Delaware River at Philadelphia is predicted to reach minor flood category twice, this afternoon with a tide of 8.9 feet MLLW and again on the evening tomorrow with an equivalent measurement, slight departures from normal sea levels have been influenced by persistent northeasterly gusts. The Delaware River at Burlington is also expected to experience minor flooding, with total tides reaching 10.2 feet MLLW tonight, followed by similar conditions the next evening. Residents along these waterways should be mindful of the potential for flooding and take the necessary precautions…