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Small Craft Advisory
Issued: 11:24 AM Dec. 30, 2025 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM EST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay north of North Beach MD, Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor, Chester River to Queenstown MD, and Eastern Bay. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 6 PM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. &&
Gale Warning
Issued: 11:24 AM Dec. 30, 2025 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM EST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay north of North Beach MD, Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor, Chester River to Queenstown MD, and Eastern Bay. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 6 PM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. &&
Special Weather Statement
Issued: 9:57 AM Dec. 30, 2025 – National Weather Service
...POTENTIAL WINTER COMMUTING HAZARD FOR NORTHEAST MARYLAND WEDNESDAY MORNING... There is a potential for hazardous commuting conditions for the Wednesday morning commute. A period of light snow is POSSIBLE (a 30 percent chance) Wednesday morning across northeastern Maryland with a coating of snow accumulation on area roads. If this threat does materialize during the Wednesday morning rush-hour, many roads could quickly turn snow covered and slippery. This could lead to dangerous traveling conditions, multiple accidents, and extensive delays. If commuting Wednesday morning, be aware of the POSSIBILITY of significant travel disruptions. Plan ahead by allowing for extra travel time, and consider using public transportation and telework options. Stay tuned for updates on this potential winter weather episode.
Wind Advisory
Issued: 5:34 AM Dec. 30, 2025 – National Weather Service
...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EST TODAY... * WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts around 45 to 50 mph. There may be a lull in the wind gusts between 3 AM and 7 AM, but winds will increase again later Tuesday morning before gradually subsiding during the afternoon. * WHERE...Portions of DC, central, north central, northeast, and northern Maryland, and northern Virginia. * WHEN...Until noon EST today. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects. &&
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