Weather Alerts For Bethany Beach, DE

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ 239 AM EST Mon Feb 23 2026 ...A MAJOR WINTER STORM WILL CONTINUE TO IMPACT THE REGION THROUGH TODAY... .A major winter storm will continue to impact the region through today. Very heavy snowfall and areas of blizzard conditions are expected. Moderate to heavy snowfall with rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour or more will persist into the morning hours. The heavy, wet snow will stick to trees and power lines, resulting in scattered tree damage and power outages. Record breaking snowfall totals are possible. Inland Sussex-Delaware Beaches- Including the cities of Rehoboth Beach and Georgetown 239 AM EST Mon Feb 23 2026 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Delaware Beaches and Inland Sussex Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Strong winds could cause tree damage and result in scattered power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates could exceed 2 inches per hour. Locally higher snowfall amounts and significant drifting of snow possible. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. &&

Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ 202 AM EST Mon Feb 23 2026 New Castle-Kent-Inland Sussex-Delaware Beaches- Including the cities of Wilmington, Dover, Georgetown, and Rehoboth Beach 202 AM EST Mon Feb 23 2026 ...Multiple Bands Of Heavy Snow And Strong Winds Will Impact The Region Through Early This Morning... Bands of heavy snow will continue to develop and push inland into the Delmarva peninsula through early this morning. Snowfall rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour have been observed, and will continue impacting the area through the predawn hours. Additionally, winds gusting up to 45 mph inland, and up to 60 mph along the coast will result in areas of blowing snow and blizzard conditions. Whiteout conditions will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening.

Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ 640 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 Kent-Inland Sussex-Delaware Beaches- 640 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Kent, Inland Sussex and Delaware Beaches. * WHEN...Until 5 AM EST Monday. * 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...Widespread minor to near moderate coastal flooding likely with the Monday afternoon high tide. Back-bay flooding may linger as far as Tuesday morning's high tide. Further extensions will be warranted. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate or major tidal flooding is occurring or imminent. Be prepared for rising water levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency management officials. 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. 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 -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 23/01 AM 8.1 2.4 2.7 Moderate 23/01 PM 6.9 1.2 2.8 Minor 24/02 AM 6.7 1.0 1.4 Minor 24/02 PM 4.7 -1.0 0.9 None 25/03 AM 5.9 0.2 0.7 None 25/04 PM 3.9 -1.8 0.3 None 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 -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 23/12 AM 7.6 3.0 3.4 Moderate 23/01 PM 6.5 1.8 3.2 Minor 24/01 AM 5.8 1.2 1.6 None 24/02 PM 3.8 -0.9 0.8 None 25/02 AM 4.3 -0.4 0.2 None 25/03 PM 2.8 -1.9 -0.1 None &&