Weather Alerts For Port Penn, DE
Special Weather Statement
-Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ 1031 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 New Castle-Kent-Inland Sussex-Delaware Beaches-Kent MD- Queen Annes-Talbot-Caroline- Including the cities of Wilmington, Dover, Georgetown, Rehoboth Beach, Chestertown, Centreville, Easton, and Denton 1031 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...Multiple Bands Of Heavy Snow And Strong Winds Will Impact The Region Tonight... Bands of heavy snow will continue to lift northwest into the Delmarva peninsula through tonight. Snowfall rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour have been observed, and will continue impacting the area overnight. Additionally, winds will become more of a factor as the night progresses. Blizzard conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening.
Blizzard Warning
-URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ 941 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...A MAJOR WINTER STORM WILL CONTINUE TO IMPACT THE REGION THROUGH MONDAY... .A major winter storm will continue to impact the region through Monday. Very heavy snowfall and areas of blizzard conditions are expected. Moderate to heavy snowfall with rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour or more will persist overnight and into Monday morning. 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. New Castle-Kent-Queen Annes-Talbot-Caroline- Including the cities of Dover, Centreville, Wilmington, Easton, and Denton 941 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between 8 and 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...In Delaware, Kent and New Castle Counties. In Maryland, Caroline, Queen Annes, and Talbot Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches and result in isolated 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. &&
Coastal Flood Advisory
-Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ 640 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 New Castle-Salem- 640 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 4 AM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In Delaware, New Castle. In New Jersey, Salem. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 4 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads along tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tidal flooding may also occur with successive tide cycles through the Monday night high tide. 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. 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 -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 23/03 AM 7.5 1.7 2.1 Minor 23/04 PM 7.2 1.4 2.6 Minor 24/04 AM 6.6 0.8 1.3 None 24/05 PM 5.4 -0.4 1.0 None 25/05 AM 6.2 0.4 1.0 None &&