page_title: List of Delaware hurricanes
section_title: 2000-2008
hierarchical_section_title: List of Delaware hurricanes / List of tropical cyclones / 2000-2008
caption_attribution_description: Damage from a tornado spawned by Hurricane Jeanne in Delaware in September of 2004
context_page_description: The following is a list of tropical cyclones that affected the U.S. state of Delaware. Since reliable records began, no tropical cyclone has struck the state while maintaining hurricane intensity, and only two storms since 1851 caused hurricane-force winds in the state. The state often experiences the direct effects of landfalling North Atlantic tropical cyclones and from the remnants of some Pacific storms, such as rainfall or strong winds, as well as the effects of storms that remain offshore, such as rip currents or heavy surf. Since 1749, at least 111 tropical cyclones, some of which had become extratropical, have affected the state, including 21 which passed over the state.
context_section_description: September 19, 2000- The remnants of Hurricane Gordon produce heavy rainfall for a few hours, resulting in rainfall totals of up to 1.82 inches (46 mm) in Newark. The precipitation causes the Christina River to crest at 9.13 feet (2.78 m) above flood stage, though damage is minimal.
  June 16, 2001- The subtropical remnant of what was once Tropical Storm Allison passes just to the southeast of the state. The storm drops moderate amounts of rainfall, peaking at 4.2 inches (107 mm) in Greenwood, which results in drainage problems yet little damage.
  September 11, 2001- Hurricane Erin generates rough surf and rip currents along Delaware beaches, forcing restrictions and closures.
  July 3, 2003- The remnants of Tropical Storm Bill cross over the state, dropping light rainfall of around 1 inch (25 mm).
  September 15, 2003- Moisture from the remnants of Tropical Storm Henri produce heavy rainfall over portions of Delaware, including a peak of 9.02 inches (229 mm) in Hockessin. The flooding damages hundreds of houses, and traps motorists in submerged vehicles. Several bridges are destroyed or damaged due to rising flood waters, including the Red Clay Creek which peaks at 17.27 feet (5.2 m). Damage totals $16.1 million (2003 USD, $18.9 million 2008 USD). Due to the damage, President George W. Bush declares the state a disaster area.
  September 17, 2003- Hurricane Isabel passes to the southwest of the state as it makes landfall on North Carolina. In the days preceding its landfall, Isabel produces strong waves, and upon striking land, the storm causes a 5-foot (1.5 m) storm surge along the Delaware coast. The waves and surge result in beach erosion and overwash. The outer rainbands of Isabel drop around 1 inch (25 mm) of rain, though the storm's large circulation produces strong wind gusts of up to 70 mph (112 km/h). The wind gusts knock down many trees and power lines, causing one of the worst power outages for Conectiv Energy. Damage totals to $40 million (2003 USD, $54.6 million 2019 USD). Due to the damage, President Bush declares the entire state a disaster area.
  August 3, 2004- Heavy surf from Hurricane Alex injures three in Rehoboth Beach. The rough waters result in rescues, as well.
  August 12, 2004- The remnants of Tropical Storm Bonnie produce heavy rainfall of over 3 inches (76 mm). The rainfall leads to flooded rivers and roads, forcing the evacuation of 100 people in Delaware City.
  August 30, 2004- Moisture from Hurricane Gaston drops moderate amounts of rainfall, leading to minor stream and drainage flooding.
  September 3, 2004- The combination of swells from Hurricane Frances and a high pressure system causes rip currents along the Delaware coastline.
  September 18, 2004- The remnants of Hurricane Ivan produce heavy rainfall for a few hours, causing creek flooding and drainage problems. Damage is minimal.
  September 28, 2004- The remnants of Hurricane Jeanne, combined with two cold fronts, produce heavy rainfall peaking at 8.01 inches (203 mm) in Newark. The precipitation leads to rising rivers, including the Red Clay Creek which crests at 13.59 feet (4.14 m) The rainfall also floods roads in the northern portion of the state, resulting in trapped vehicles. The remnants of Jeanne also spawn an F2 tornado in northern New Castle County. The tornado's 5 mile (8 km) path includes moving through the New Castle Airport and several buildings. The tornado damages numerous planes and buildings at the airport and injures five people. Damage totals to around $1 million (2004 USD).
  July 8, 2005- The extratropical remnants of Hurricane Cindy move through the state, producing heavy rainfall of up to 4.55 inches (116 mm) in Delmar. The combination of rain and 20 to 30 mph (32 to 48 km/h) wind gusts down a few weak trees, leaving around 100 without power in New Castle County.
  Mid-July 2005- The outer rainbands of Hurricane Dennis drop light precipitation of around 1 inch (25 mm) throughout the state.
  September 16, 2005- Rip currents are caused by Hurricane Ophelia passing to the southeast of the state.
  October 7, 2005- Tropical Storm Tammy c
caption: Tornado damage from Hurricane Jeanne
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