Coastal flood warning affecting Mercer County until Tuesday morning

The National Weather Service issued a coastal flood warning at 5:10 p.m. on Monday in effect until Tuesday at 6 a.m. for Mercer County. The weather service says, "One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways." "At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs along tidal waterways. Some roads become impassable. Minor damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur," adds the weather service. "Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or...