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Special Weather Statement
Issued: 12:11 AM Dec. 15, 2025 – National Weather Service
...LOW WIND CHILL VALUES AND ICY SPOTS... Wind chill values will dip between 5 below zero and 5 above zero across much of Maryland, northern Virginia, eastern West Virginia, and Washington DC this evening. Ridges above 1500 feet elevation may have wind chill values around 10 below zero. With this being the coldest conditions so far this season, residents venturing outside are reminded to wear a thick coat, hat, and gloves to prevent hypothermia. Make sure animals have a warm, dry shelter with unfrozen water. Winds will begin to slacken the second half of the night, but air temperatures will still be in the teens. In addition, the cold temperatures will result in any residual snow and water (in areas which saw snow earlier in the day) to freeze on untreated roads and sidewalks. Slow down and use caution when driving, as areas which appear wet could be icy. If you are walking outside, watch your steps on sidewalks, driveways and parking lots. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
Gale Warning
Issued: 11:49 PM Dec. 14, 2025 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EST MONDAY... ...LOW WATER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM EST MONDAY... ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 6 ft. For the Low Water Advisory, abnormally low water levels expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from North Beach MD to Smith Point VA, Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA, Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River, Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD, and Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth Island. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 AM EST Monday. For the Low Water Advisory, from 11 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Monday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels. Below normal water levels will result in hazardous navigating conditions. 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. Mariners should navigate shallow waters with extreme caution due to below normal water levels. &&
Small Craft Advisory
Issued: 11:49 PM Dec. 14, 2025 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EST MONDAY... ...LOW WATER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM EST MONDAY... ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 6 ft. For the Low Water Advisory, abnormally low water levels expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from North Beach MD to Smith Point VA, Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA, Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River, Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD, and Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth Island. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 AM EST Monday. For the Low Water Advisory, from 11 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Monday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels. Below normal water levels will result in hazardous navigating conditions. 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. Mariners should navigate shallow waters with extreme caution due to below normal water levels. &&
Low Water Advisory
Issued: 11:49 PM Dec. 14, 2025 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EST MONDAY... ...LOW WATER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM EST MONDAY... ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 6 ft. For the Low Water Advisory, abnormally low water levels expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from North Beach MD to Smith Point VA, Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA, Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River, Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD, and Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth Island. * WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 AM EST Monday. For the Low Water Advisory, from 11 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Monday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels. Below normal water levels will result in hazardous navigating conditions. 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. Mariners should navigate shallow waters with extreme caution due to below normal water levels. &&
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