Week in Review: Oct. 30-Nov. 3

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 3 PM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Kent and Inland Sussex. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 3 PM EDT Friday. * 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 least minor coastal flooding is anticipated with the high tide cycle Friday morning; some guidance indicates moderate coastal flooding may be possible during this high tide cycle. At least minor coastal flooding may continue into the weekend with following high tide cycles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. && 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 -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 18/10 AM 6.8 1.1 1.2 Minor 18/10 PM 7.1 1.4 1.4 Minor 19/11 AM 7.3 1.6 1.5 Minor 19/11 PM 7.1 1.4 1.6 Minor 20/12 PM 7.4 1.7 1.4 Minor 21/12 AM 7.0 1.3 1.8 Minor 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 -------- --------- --------- --------- -------- 18/09 AM 6.2 1.5 1.1 Minor 18/10 PM 6.5 1.8 1.2 Minor 19/10 AM 6.6 2.0 1.2 Minor 19/11 PM 6.4 1.8 1.3 Minor 20/11 AM 6.9 2.2 1.4 Minor 20/11 PM 6.4 1.8 1.6 Minor &&

Mallory Metzner
Mallory Metzner
Evening Broadcast Journalist

Mallory was born and raised in Lewes, DE, where she lives today. She graduated from Sussex Tech High School and the University of Delaware. Mallory interned at WRDE in 2017, started reporting in 2018, and is now one of the station's evening anchors.

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Nov 4, 2023
Nov 4, 2023 Updated Nov 7, 2023

Here are Delmarva's top stories for the week of Oct. 30-Nov. 3.

Monday: Milton Overpass Update:

On Monday neighbors were a bit mixed on how helpful a new overpass in Milton will be. The roadwork is currently building the bridge cars will be taking southbound on Route 1 over Route 16. The price tag for this overpass is twenty-three million dollars and is expected to be completed sometime in late 2025.

Tuesday: Cape Overcrowding Concerns:

The Cape Henlopen School District says it is currently working to adjust boundary lines for its five elementary schools. The district says it believes a number of students are being enrolled when they do not live in this district and therefore, a new tipline is in place to anonymously report students who go to the school, but don't live in the district.

Wednesday: Day of the Dead:

On Wednesday a local woman from Mexico put out tamales, coffee, and bread to remember people she loves who are no longer here. Día de los Muertos or the Day of the Dead is traditionally celebrated on Nov. 1 and 2.

Thursday: Code Purple Shelters Open Early:

Code Purple Shelters were open on Thursday after opening early for the season due to the unexpected cold weather. The shelters are seeking donations and volunteers in Delaware.

Friday: Flags for Heroes:

On Friday the Lewes-Rehoboth Rotary Club installed more than 500 flags outside of Cape Henlopen High School. This Veterans Day display honors those who serve and have served our country and local communities. For the first time this year the flags will be illuminated at night.