Coastal Flood Advisory

This is an important message from ReadyPhiladelphia. Coastal Flood Advisory from 12:35PM until 4:00PM for the Delaware River. Do not drive through flooded roads. Coastal Flood Advisory in effect until 4 PM EDT this afternoon... The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a coastal Flood Advisory... which is in effect until 4 PM EDT this afternoon. * Location... the tidal Delaware River down to the Commodore Barry bridge area. * Coastal flooding... minor tidal flooding will occur with this afternoons high tide cycle. * Timing... high tide will occur between 1 PM and 3 PM. * Impacts... roadway flooding will occur. * Surge... total water level will be almost two feet above astronomical tides. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A coastal Flood Advisory means that minor tidal flooding is expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some Road closures. Usually... the most vulnerable roadways will flood. Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged... leading to costly repairs. For a list of the impact of different tide heights in your County please go to www.Weather.Gov/phi/tides For additional updates and weather information, visit www.weather.gov/phi     For all current NWS Watches, Warnings, or Advisories, visit http://goo.gl/xfexUk      For further information on emergency preparedness, visit www.phila.gov/ready     You received this message because you are registered with ReadyPhiladelphia. To change your Alert preferences, Login. For questions, e-mail warning@phila.gov.