Active Weather Alerts
Wind Advisory
Issued: 6:59 AM Sep. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 8 PM EDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Northeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...In Maryland, Maryland Beaches County. In North Carolina, Eastern Currituck and Western Currituck Counties. In Virginia, Northampton and Accomack Counties, and Virginia Beach. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 8 PM EDT Thursday. * 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. &&
Small Craft Advisory
Issued: 5:57 AM Sep. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EDT EARLY THIS MORNING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 3 to 5 ft. For the Gale Warning, northeast winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 AM EDT early this morning. For the Gale Warning, until 4 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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: 5:57 AM Sep. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EDT EARLY THIS MORNING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 3 to 5 ft. For the Gale Warning, northeast winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 AM EDT early this morning. For the Gale Warning, until 4 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. &&
Beach Hazard Statement
Issued: 5:53 AM Sep. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT THURSDAY... ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 4 AM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In Maryland, Maryland Beaches County. In Virginia, Accomack and Northampton Counties. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 4 PM EDT this afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 1 to 2 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions. && Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour. OCEAN CITY INLET MD MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.0 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.5 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/07 AM 4.1 1.6 2.1 1 MINOR 23/07 PM 4.6 2.1 2.1 1 MINOR 24/06 AM 4.5 2.0 2.3 1 MINOR 24/07 PM 4.7 2.2 2.1 1 MINOR 25/07 AM 4.5 2.0 2.1 1 MINOR 25/07 PM 4.5 2.0 2.0 1 MINOR SAXIS VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/10 AM 3.5 1.0 1.1 4 NONE 23/11 PM 3.9 1.4 1.3 4-5 NONE 24/11 AM 4.2 1.7 1.6 4 NONE 25/12 AM 4.5 2.0 1.9 4 MINOR 25/12 PM 4.7 2.2 1.9 4 MINOR NASSAWADOX CREEK AT BAYFORD VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.0 FT, MODERATE 1.5 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/08 AM 3.7 1.7 2.1 4-5 MODERATE 23/09 PM 4.2 2.2 2.4 5-6 MODERATE 24/10 AM 4.3 2.3 2.6 5-6 MODERATE 24/09 PM 4.4 2.4 2.6 5-6 MODERATE 25/10 AM 4.3 2.3 2.4 5 MODERATE 25/10 PM 4.1 2.1 2.3 5 MODERATE CHINCOTEAGUE INLET VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.7 FT, MODERATE 2.2 FT, MAJOR 3.2 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/06 AM 4.6 1.8 1.7 7-8 MINOR 23/06 PM 5.2 2.4 2.0 11 MODERATE 24/07 AM 5.3 2.5 2.2 8-12 MODERATE 24/07 PM 5.4 2.6 2.1 8 MODERATE 25/07 AM 5.1 2.3 1.8 8 MODERATE 25/07 PM 4.8 2.0 1.6 7-8 MINOR WACHAPREAGUE VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 6.5 FT, MODERATE 7.5 FT, MAJOR 8.0 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/06 AM 6.7 2.2 2.8 1 MINOR 23/07 PM 7.4 2.9 2.9 1 MINOR 24/07 AM 7.6 3.1 3.4 1 MODERATE 24/08 PM 7.6 3.1 3.1 1 MODERATE 25/08 AM 7.5 3.0 3.0 1 MODERATE 25/08 PM 7.3 2.8 2.8 1 MINOR TANGIER ISLAND VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.2 FT, MODERATE 3.8 FT, MAJOR 4.2 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.4 FT, MODERATE 1.9 FT, MAJOR 2.4 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/10 AM 3.7 1.9 2.3 1 MINOR 23/10 PM 4.0 2.1 2.4 1 MODERATE 24/11 AM 4.2 2.4 2.7 1 MODERATE 24/11 PM 4.2 2.4 2.6 1 MODERATE 25/11 AM 4.1 2.3 2.5 1 MODERATE KIPTOPEKE VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.0 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/07 AM 5.0 2.0 2.3 4 MODERATE 23/07 PM 5.5 2.5 2.5 5 MAJOR 24/07 AM 5.6 2.6 2.7 5-8 MAJOR 24/08 PM 5.7 2.7 2.6 2-4 MAJOR 25/08 AM 5.5 2.5 2.4 5 MAJOR 25/08 PM 5.4 2.4 2.3 5 MODERATE OYSTER VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 7.0 FT, MODERATE 7.5 FT, MAJOR 8.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.4 FT, MODERATE 2.9 FT, MAJOR 3.9 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/07 AM 7.2 2.6 2.8 1 MINOR 23/07 PM 8.3 3.7 3.0 1 MODERATE 24/07 AM 8.0 3.4 3.2 1 MODERATE 24/08 PM 8.4 3.8 2.9 1 MODERATE 25/08 AM 8.0 3.4 2.8 1 MODERATE 25/08 PM 8.0 3.4 2.4 1 MODERATE &&
High Surf Advisory
Issued: 5:53 AM Sep. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT THURSDAY... ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 4 AM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In Maryland, Maryland Beaches County. In Virginia, Accomack and Northampton Counties. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 4 PM EDT this afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 1 to 2 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions. && Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour. OCEAN CITY INLET MD MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.0 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.5 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/07 AM 4.1 1.6 2.1 1 MINOR 23/07 PM 4.6 2.1 2.1 1 MINOR 24/06 AM 4.5 2.0 2.3 1 MINOR 24/07 PM 4.7 2.2 2.1 1 MINOR 25/07 AM 4.5 2.0 2.1 1 MINOR 25/07 PM 4.5 2.0 2.0 1 MINOR SAXIS VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/10 AM 3.5 1.0 1.1 4 NONE 23/11 PM 3.9 1.4 1.3 4-5 NONE 24/11 AM 4.2 1.7 1.6 4 NONE 25/12 AM 4.5 2.0 1.9 4 MINOR 25/12 PM 4.7 2.2 1.9 4 MINOR NASSAWADOX CREEK AT BAYFORD VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.0 FT, MODERATE 1.5 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/08 AM 3.7 1.7 2.1 4-5 MODERATE 23/09 PM 4.2 2.2 2.4 5-6 MODERATE 24/10 AM 4.3 2.3 2.6 5-6 MODERATE 24/09 PM 4.4 2.4 2.6 5-6 MODERATE 25/10 AM 4.3 2.3 2.4 5 MODERATE 25/10 PM 4.1 2.1 2.3 5 MODERATE CHINCOTEAGUE INLET VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.7 FT, MODERATE 2.2 FT, MAJOR 3.2 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/06 AM 4.6 1.8 1.7 7-8 MINOR 23/06 PM 5.2 2.4 2.0 11 MODERATE 24/07 AM 5.3 2.5 2.2 8-12 MODERATE 24/07 PM 5.4 2.6 2.1 8 MODERATE 25/07 AM 5.1 2.3 1.8 8 MODERATE 25/07 PM 4.8 2.0 1.6 7-8 MINOR WACHAPREAGUE VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 6.5 FT, MODERATE 7.5 FT, MAJOR 8.0 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/06 AM 6.7 2.2 2.8 1 MINOR 23/07 PM 7.4 2.9 2.9 1 MINOR 24/07 AM 7.6 3.1 3.4 1 MODERATE 24/08 PM 7.6 3.1 3.1 1 MODERATE 25/08 AM 7.5 3.0 3.0 1 MODERATE 25/08 PM 7.3 2.8 2.8 1 MINOR TANGIER ISLAND VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.2 FT, MODERATE 3.8 FT, MAJOR 4.2 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.4 FT, MODERATE 1.9 FT, MAJOR 2.4 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/10 AM 3.7 1.9 2.3 1 MINOR 23/10 PM 4.0 2.1 2.4 1 MODERATE 24/11 AM 4.2 2.4 2.7 1 MODERATE 24/11 PM 4.2 2.4 2.6 1 MODERATE 25/11 AM 4.1 2.3 2.5 1 MODERATE KIPTOPEKE VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.0 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/07 AM 5.0 2.0 2.3 4 MODERATE 23/07 PM 5.5 2.5 2.5 5 MAJOR 24/07 AM 5.6 2.6 2.7 5-8 MAJOR 24/08 PM 5.7 2.7 2.6 2-4 MAJOR 25/08 AM 5.5 2.5 2.4 5 MAJOR 25/08 PM 5.4 2.4 2.3 5 MODERATE OYSTER VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 7.0 FT, MODERATE 7.5 FT, MAJOR 8.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.4 FT, MODERATE 2.9 FT, MAJOR 3.9 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/07 AM 7.2 2.6 2.8 1 MINOR 23/07 PM 8.3 3.7 3.0 1 MODERATE 24/07 AM 8.0 3.4 3.2 1 MODERATE 24/08 PM 8.4 3.8 2.9 1 MODERATE 25/08 AM 8.0 3.4 2.8 1 MODERATE 25/08 PM 8.0 3.4 2.4 1 MODERATE &&
Coastal Flood Advisory
Issued: 5:53 AM Sep. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT THURSDAY... ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 4 AM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In Maryland, Maryland Beaches County. In Virginia, Accomack and Northampton Counties. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 4 PM EDT this afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 1 to 2 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions. && Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour. OCEAN CITY INLET MD MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.0 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.5 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/07 AM 4.1 1.6 2.1 1 MINOR 23/07 PM 4.6 2.1 2.1 1 MINOR 24/06 AM 4.5 2.0 2.3 1 MINOR 24/07 PM 4.7 2.2 2.1 1 MINOR 25/07 AM 4.5 2.0 2.1 1 MINOR 25/07 PM 4.5 2.0 2.0 1 MINOR SAXIS VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/10 AM 3.5 1.0 1.1 4 NONE 23/11 PM 3.9 1.4 1.3 4-5 NONE 24/11 AM 4.2 1.7 1.6 4 NONE 25/12 AM 4.5 2.0 1.9 4 MINOR 25/12 PM 4.7 2.2 1.9 4 MINOR NASSAWADOX CREEK AT BAYFORD VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.0 FT, MODERATE 1.5 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/08 AM 3.7 1.7 2.1 4-5 MODERATE 23/09 PM 4.2 2.2 2.4 5-6 MODERATE 24/10 AM 4.3 2.3 2.6 5-6 MODERATE 24/09 PM 4.4 2.4 2.6 5-6 MODERATE 25/10 AM 4.3 2.3 2.4 5 MODERATE 25/10 PM 4.1 2.1 2.3 5 MODERATE CHINCOTEAGUE INLET VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.7 FT, MODERATE 2.2 FT, MAJOR 3.2 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/06 AM 4.6 1.8 1.7 7-8 MINOR 23/06 PM 5.2 2.4 2.0 11 MODERATE 24/07 AM 5.3 2.5 2.2 8-12 MODERATE 24/07 PM 5.4 2.6 2.1 8 MODERATE 25/07 AM 5.1 2.3 1.8 8 MODERATE 25/07 PM 4.8 2.0 1.6 7-8 MINOR WACHAPREAGUE VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 6.5 FT, MODERATE 7.5 FT, MAJOR 8.0 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/06 AM 6.7 2.2 2.8 1 MINOR 23/07 PM 7.4 2.9 2.9 1 MINOR 24/07 AM 7.6 3.1 3.4 1 MODERATE 24/08 PM 7.6 3.1 3.1 1 MODERATE 25/08 AM 7.5 3.0 3.0 1 MODERATE 25/08 PM 7.3 2.8 2.8 1 MINOR TANGIER ISLAND VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.2 FT, MODERATE 3.8 FT, MAJOR 4.2 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.4 FT, MODERATE 1.9 FT, MAJOR 2.4 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/10 AM 3.7 1.9 2.3 1 MINOR 23/10 PM 4.0 2.1 2.4 1 MODERATE 24/11 AM 4.2 2.4 2.7 1 MODERATE 24/11 PM 4.2 2.4 2.6 1 MODERATE 25/11 AM 4.1 2.3 2.5 1 MODERATE KIPTOPEKE VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.0 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/07 AM 5.0 2.0 2.3 4 MODERATE 23/07 PM 5.5 2.5 2.5 5 MAJOR 24/07 AM 5.6 2.6 2.7 5-8 MAJOR 24/08 PM 5.7 2.7 2.6 2-4 MAJOR 25/08 AM 5.5 2.5 2.4 5 MAJOR 25/08 PM 5.4 2.4 2.3 5 MODERATE OYSTER VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 7.0 FT, MODERATE 7.5 FT, MAJOR 8.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.4 FT, MODERATE 2.9 FT, MAJOR 3.9 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/07 AM 7.2 2.6 2.8 1 MINOR 23/07 PM 8.3 3.7 3.0 1 MODERATE 24/07 AM 8.0 3.4 3.2 1 MODERATE 24/08 PM 8.4 3.8 2.9 1 MODERATE 25/08 AM 8.0 3.4 2.8 1 MODERATE 25/08 PM 8.0 3.4 2.4 1 MODERATE &&
Coastal Flood Warning
Issued: 5:53 AM Sep. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT THURSDAY... ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 4 AM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In Maryland, Maryland Beaches County. In Virginia, Accomack and Northampton Counties. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 4 PM EDT this afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 1 to 2 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions. && Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour. OCEAN CITY INLET MD MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.0 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.5 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/07 AM 4.1 1.6 2.1 1 MINOR 23/07 PM 4.6 2.1 2.1 1 MINOR 24/06 AM 4.5 2.0 2.3 1 MINOR 24/07 PM 4.7 2.2 2.1 1 MINOR 25/07 AM 4.5 2.0 2.1 1 MINOR 25/07 PM 4.5 2.0 2.0 1 MINOR SAXIS VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/10 AM 3.5 1.0 1.1 4 NONE 23/11 PM 3.9 1.4 1.3 4-5 NONE 24/11 AM 4.2 1.7 1.6 4 NONE 25/12 AM 4.5 2.0 1.9 4 MINOR 25/12 PM 4.7 2.2 1.9 4 MINOR NASSAWADOX CREEK AT BAYFORD VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.0 FT, MODERATE 1.5 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/08 AM 3.7 1.7 2.1 4-5 MODERATE 23/09 PM 4.2 2.2 2.4 5-6 MODERATE 24/10 AM 4.3 2.3 2.6 5-6 MODERATE 24/09 PM 4.4 2.4 2.6 5-6 MODERATE 25/10 AM 4.3 2.3 2.4 5 MODERATE 25/10 PM 4.1 2.1 2.3 5 MODERATE CHINCOTEAGUE INLET VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.7 FT, MODERATE 2.2 FT, MAJOR 3.2 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/06 AM 4.6 1.8 1.7 7-8 MINOR 23/06 PM 5.2 2.4 2.0 11 MODERATE 24/07 AM 5.3 2.5 2.2 8-12 MODERATE 24/07 PM 5.4 2.6 2.1 8 MODERATE 25/07 AM 5.1 2.3 1.8 8 MODERATE 25/07 PM 4.8 2.0 1.6 7-8 MINOR WACHAPREAGUE VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 6.5 FT, MODERATE 7.5 FT, MAJOR 8.0 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/06 AM 6.7 2.2 2.8 1 MINOR 23/07 PM 7.4 2.9 2.9 1 MINOR 24/07 AM 7.6 3.1 3.4 1 MODERATE 24/08 PM 7.6 3.1 3.1 1 MODERATE 25/08 AM 7.5 3.0 3.0 1 MODERATE 25/08 PM 7.3 2.8 2.8 1 MINOR TANGIER ISLAND VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.2 FT, MODERATE 3.8 FT, MAJOR 4.2 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.4 FT, MODERATE 1.9 FT, MAJOR 2.4 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/10 AM 3.7 1.9 2.3 1 MINOR 23/10 PM 4.0 2.1 2.4 1 MODERATE 24/11 AM 4.2 2.4 2.7 1 MODERATE 24/11 PM 4.2 2.4 2.6 1 MODERATE 25/11 AM 4.1 2.3 2.5 1 MODERATE KIPTOPEKE VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.0 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/07 AM 5.0 2.0 2.3 4 MODERATE 23/07 PM 5.5 2.5 2.5 5 MAJOR 24/07 AM 5.6 2.6 2.7 5-8 MAJOR 24/08 PM 5.7 2.7 2.6 2-4 MAJOR 25/08 AM 5.5 2.5 2.4 5 MAJOR 25/08 PM 5.4 2.4 2.3 5 MODERATE OYSTER VA MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 7.0 FT, MODERATE 7.5 FT, MAJOR 8.5 FT MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.4 FT, MODERATE 2.9 FT, MAJOR 3.9 FT TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/07 AM 7.2 2.6 2.8 1 MINOR 23/07 PM 8.3 3.7 3.0 1 MODERATE 24/07 AM 8.0 3.4 3.2 1 MODERATE 24/08 PM 8.4 3.8 2.9 1 MODERATE 25/08 AM 8.0 3.4 2.8 1 MODERATE 25/08 PM 8.0 3.4 2.4 1 MODERATE &&
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