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Issued by NWS Wakefield, VA
Issued by NWS Wakefield, VA
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WHUS41 KAKQ 120801
CFWAKQ
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
Issued by National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
401 AM EDT Fri Apr 12 2024
NCZ015>017-032-102-VAZ098-121000-
/O.CON.KAKQ.CF.W.0007.000000T0000Z-240412T1000Z/
Pasquotank-Camden-Western Currituck-Perquimans-Eastern Currituck-
Virginia Beach-
401 AM EDT Fri Apr 12 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT EARLY
THIS MORNING...
* WHAT...Up to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected
in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Pasquotank, Camden, Western
Currituck, Perquimans and Eastern Currituck Counties. In
Virginia, Virginia Beach.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT early this morning.
* 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
around 2 ft above ground level in some areas resulting in a
sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes
and businesses. Flooding may 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.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Sewells Point VA
MLLW Categories - Minor 4.5 ft, Moderate 5.5 ft, Major 6.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.7 ft, Moderate 2.7 ft, Major 3.7 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/01 PM -5.6 -8.4 -8.0 3 None
13/01 AM -5.1 -7.9 -8.0 3 None
13/02 PM -5.7 -8.5 -8.0 2-3 None
14/02 AM -5.3 -8.1 -8.0 1 None
14/03 PM -5.8 -8.6 -8.0 1-2 None
Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel VA
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.0 ft, Moderate 5.5 ft, Major 6.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.1 ft, Moderate 2.6 ft, Major 3.1 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/12 PM -5.4 -8.3 -8.0 3-4 None
13/12 AM -4.8 -7.7 -8.0 4 None
13/01 PM -5.6 -8.5 -8.0 3-4 None
14/01 AM -5.1 -8.0 -8.0 2 None
14/02 PM -5.7 -8.6 -8.0 2 None
Lynnhaven Inlet VA
MLLW Categories - Minor 4.5 ft, Moderate 5.0 ft, Major 5.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.8 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 2.8 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/01 PM -5.8 -8.5 -8.0 1 None
13/01 AM -5.3 -8.0 -8.0 1 None
13/01 PM -6.0 -8.7 -8.0 1 None
14/02 AM -5.5 -8.2 -8.0 1 None
14/02 PM -6.1 -8.8 -8.0 1 None
Corolla NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.0 ft, Major 6.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.8 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 2.8 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/11 AM -4.9 -8.6 -8.0 4-5 None
12/11 PM -4.1 -7.8 -8.0 4 None
13/12 PM -5.2 -8.9 -8.0 3 None
14/12 AM -4.4 -8.1 -8.0 2 None
14/01 PM -5.3 -9.0 -8.0 2 None
&&
$$
MDZ021>023-121600-
/O.CON.KAKQ.CF.W.0007.000000T0000Z-240412T1600Z/
Dorchester-Wicomico-Somerset-
401 AM EDT Fri Apr 12 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...
* WHAT...Around two feet of inundation above ground level
expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Dorchester, Wicomico and Somerset Counties.
* WHEN...Until noon EDT today.
* 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
around 2 ft 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.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cambridge MD
MLLW Categories - Minor 3.5 ft, Moderate 4.0 ft, Major 4.5 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/07 AM -5.9 -7.9 -8.0 1-2 None
12/08 PM -6.4 -8.4 -8.0 1-2 None
13/08 AM -6.0 -8.0 -8.0 2 None
13/09 PM -6.5 -8.5 -8.0 1 None
14/09 AM -6.1 -8.1 -8.0 1 None
14/10 PM -6.5 -8.5 -8.0 2 None
Bishops Head MD
MLLW Categories - Minor 3.2 ft, Moderate 3.7 ft, Major 4.2 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.1 ft, Moderate 1.6 ft, Major 2.1 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/05 AM -5.7 -7.8 -8.0 2-3 None
12/05 PM -6.2 -8.3 -8.0 2 None
13/05 AM -5.9 -8.0 -8.0 2 None
13/06 PM -6.3 -8.4 -8.0 1-2 None
14/06 AM -6.0 -8.1 -8.0 1 None
14/07 PM -6.4 -8.5 -8.0 2 None
Crisfield MD
MLLW Categories - Minor 3.5 ft, Moderate 4.0 ft, Major 5.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.3 ft, Moderate 1.8 ft, Major 2.8 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/04 AM -5.6 -7.8 -8.0 1 None
12/04 PM -6.4 -8.6 -8.0 1 None
13/05 AM -5.7 -7.9 -8.0 1 None
13/05 PM -6.5 -8.7 -8.0 1 None
14/05 AM -5.9 -8.1 -8.0 1 None
14/05 PM -6.6 -8.8 -8.0 1 None
&&
$$
VAZ099-121400-
/O.CON.KAKQ.CF.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-240412T1200Z/
/O.CON.KAKQ.SU.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-240412T1400Z/
Accomack-
401 AM EDT Fri Apr 12 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7
to 10 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood
Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Accomack County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 AM EDT this
morning. For the High Surf Advisory, until 10 AM EDT this
morning.
* IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable
locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low
threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water
above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads
and low lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns
near the waterfront will experience shallow flooding.
Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach
erosion.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/03 AM -5.0 -7.5 -8.0 2-3 None
12/04 PM -5.8 -8.3 -8.0 2 None
13/04 AM -5.2 -7.7 -8.0 2-3 None
13/05 PM -5.9 -8.4 -8.0 1-2 None
14/05 AM -5.5 -8.0 -8.0 1 None
14/05 PM -6.1 -8.6 -8.0 2 None
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/02 AM -6.0 -8.0 -8.0 4 None
12/01 PM -6.5 -8.5 -8.0 3 None
13/02 AM -6.1 -8.1 -8.0 3 None
13/02 PM -6.6 -8.6 -8.0 2-3 None
14/03 AM -6.2 -8.2 -8.0 1 None
14/03 PM -6.6 -8.6 -8.0 1-2 None
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/11 AM -5.8 -8.6 -8.0 1 None
13/12 AM -5.0 -7.8 -8.0 1 None
13/12 PM -6.0 -8.8 -8.0 1 None
14/01 AM -5.2 -8.0 -8.0 1 None
14/01 PM -6.1 -8.9 -8.0 1 None
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/12 PM -4.2 -8.7 -8.0 1 None
13/01 AM -3.2 -7.7 -8.0 1 None
13/01 PM -4.4 -8.9 -8.0 1 None
14/02 AM -3.5 -8.0 -8.0 1 None
14/02 PM -4.5 -9.0 -8.0 1 None
&&
$$
VAZ100-121400-
/O.CON.KAKQ.CF.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-240412T0900Z/
/O.CON.KAKQ.SU.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-240412T1400Z/
Northampton-
401 AM EDT Fri Apr 12 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM EDT EARLY
THIS MORNING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7
to 9 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood
Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Northampton County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 AM EDT early
this morning. For the High Surf Advisory, until 10 AM EDT this
morning.
* IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable
locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low
threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water
above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads
and low lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns
near the waterfront will experience shallow flooding.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/02 AM -6.0 -8.0 -8.0 4 None
12/01 PM -6.5 -8.5 -8.0 3 None
13/02 AM -6.1 -8.1 -8.0 3 None
13/02 PM -6.6 -8.6 -8.0 2-3 None
14/03 AM -6.2 -8.2 -8.0 1 None
14/03 PM -6.6 -8.6 -8.0 1-2 None
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/12 PM -5.5 -8.5 -8.0 3 None
13/01 AM -4.9 -7.9 -8.0 3-4 None
13/01 PM -5.6 -8.6 -8.0 3 None
14/02 AM -5.1 -8.1 -8.0 1-2 None
14/02 PM -5.8 -8.8 -8.0 1-2 None
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/12 PM -3.9 -8.5 -8.0 1 None
13/01 AM -2.5 -7.1 -8.0 1 None
13/01 PM -4.3 -8.9 -8.0 1 None
14/01 AM -2.9 -7.5 -8.0 1 None
14/02 PM -4.6 -9.2 -8.0 1 None
&&
$$
MDZ024-121200-
/O.CON.KAKQ.CF.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-240412T1200Z/
Inland Worcester-
401 AM EDT Fri Apr 12 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Inland Worcester County.
* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable
locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low
threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water
above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads
and low lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns
near the waterfront will experience shallow flooding.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/11 AM -5.9 -8.4 -8.0 1 None
13/12 AM -5.4 -7.9 -8.0 1 None
13/12 PM -6.0 -8.5 -8.0 1 None
14/12 AM -5.6 -8.1 -8.0 1 None
14/01 PM -6.2 -8.7 -8.0 1 None
&&
$$
VAZ075>078-085-521-522-121200-
/O.CON.KAKQ.CF.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-240412T1200Z/
Westmoreland-Richmond-Northumberland-Lancaster-Middlesex-
Western Essex-Eastern Essex-
401 AM EDT Fri Apr 12 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Westmoreland, Richmond, Northumberland, Lancaster,
Middlesex, Western Essex and Eastern Essex Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable
locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low
threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water
above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads
and low lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns
near the waterfront will experience shallow flooding.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Lewisetta VA
MLLW Categories - Minor 3.0 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 4.0 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/04 AM -6.4 -7.9 -8.0 1-2 None
12/05 PM -6.7 -8.2 -8.0 1 None
13/06 AM -6.4 -7.9 -8.0 1 None
13/06 PM -6.8 -8.3 -8.0 1 None
14/07 AM -6.5 -8.0 -8.0 1 None
14/07 PM -6.8 -8.3 -8.0 1 None
Dahlgren/Colonial Beach VA
MLLW Categories - Minor 3.5 ft, Moderate 5.0 ft, Major 7.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.6 ft, Moderate 3.1 ft, Major 5.1 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/06 AM -6.0 -7.9 -8.0 1-2 None
12/07 PM -6.3 -8.2 -8.0 1 None
13/07 AM -6.1 -8.0 -8.0 1 None
13/08 PM -6.4 -8.3 -8.0 1 None
14/08 AM -6.2 -8.1 -8.0 1 None
14/09 PM -6.4 -8.3 -8.0 1 None
Windmill Point VA
MLLW Categories - Minor 3.0 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 4.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.6 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 2.6 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/02 AM -6.5 -7.9 -8.0 1 None
12/02 PM -7.0 -8.4 -8.0 1 None
13/03 AM -6.6 -8.0 -8.0 1 None
13/03 PM -7.1 -8.5 -8.0 1 None
14/04 AM -6.7 -8.1 -8.0 1 None
14/04 PM -7.1 -8.5 -8.0 1 None
&&
$$
MDZ025-121400-
/O.CON.KAKQ.SU.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-240412T1400Z/
Maryland Beaches-
401 AM EDT Fri Apr 12 2024
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 8 to 10 feet expected in the
surf zone.
* WHERE...Maryland Beaches County.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
$$
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