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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
214 PM EDT Wed Sep 25 2024

VAZ075-077-260215-
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Westmoreland-Northumberland-
214 PM EDT Wed Sep 25 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
  lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Westmoreland and Northumberland Counties.

* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.

* 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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 25/09 PM     3.4        1.9        1.7        1      MINOR
 26/09 AM     3.0        1.5        1.5        1      MINOR
 26/10 PM     3.2        1.7        1.6        1      MINOR
 27/10 AM     3.0        1.5        1.5        1      MINOR
 27/10 PM     3.2        1.7        1.6        1      MINOR
 28/11 AM     3.1        1.6        1.5        1      MINOR

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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 25/09 PM     3.7        1.8        1.8        1      MINOR
 26/10 AM     3.4        1.5        1.7        1       NONE
 26/11 PM     3.6        1.7        1.7        1      MINOR
 27/11 AM     3.3        1.4        1.5        1       NONE
 28/12 AM     3.5        1.6        1.6        1      MINOR

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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 25/06 PM     3.2        1.8        1.6        1      MINOR
 26/06 AM     2.9        1.5        1.5        1       NONE
 26/07 PM     2.9        1.5        1.3        1       NONE
 27/08 AM     2.7        1.3        1.3        1       NONE
 27/08 PM     2.9        1.5        1.3        1       NONE
 28/08 AM     2.8        1.4        1.3        1       NONE

&&

$$

VAZ076-078-085-521-522-260215-
/O.EXT.KAKQ.CF.Y.0047.000000T0000Z-240926T0400Z/
Richmond-Lancaster-Middlesex-Western Essex-Eastern Essex-
214 PM EDT Wed Sep 25 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
  lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Richmond, Lancaster, Middlesex, Western Essex and
  Eastern Essex Counties.

* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.

* 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.

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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 25/06 PM     3.2        1.8        1.6        1      MINOR
 26/06 AM     2.9        1.5        1.5        1       NONE
 26/07 PM     2.9        1.5        1.3        1       NONE
 27/08 AM     2.7        1.3        1.3        1       NONE
 27/08 PM     2.9        1.5        1.3        1       NONE
 28/08 AM     2.8        1.4        1.3        1       NONE

&&

$$

VAZ099-100-260215-
/O.CON.KAKQ.CF.Y.0047.000000T0000Z-240926T0200Z/
/O.CON.KAKQ.BH.S.0012.000000T0000Z-240927T0000Z/
Accomack-Northampton-
214 PM EDT Wed Sep 25 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...

* 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 Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous
  rip currents expected.

* WHERE...Accomack and Northampton Counties.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 PM EDT this
  evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Thursday
  evening.

* 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. Breaking waves of 3
  to 5 ft will result in rough surf conditions and a high risk of
  rip currents.

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.

Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming 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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 25/07 PM     4.2        1.7        1.4        1       NONE
 26/07 AM     3.5        1.0        1.3        1       NONE
 26/09 PM     3.9        1.4        1.3        1       NONE
 27/08 AM     3.3        0.8        1.1        1       NONE
 27/10 PM     3.7        1.2        1.1       1-2      NONE
 28/09 AM     3.5        1.0        1.2        1       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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 25/06 PM     3.5        1.5        1.5        1     MODERATE
 26/06 AM     2.9        0.9        1.3        1       NONE
 26/06 PM     3.0        1.0        1.1        1      MINOR
 27/07 AM     2.6        0.6        1.0        1       NONE
 27/08 PM     3.0        1.0        1.1        2      MINOR
 28/08 AM     2.7        0.7        1.1        1       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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 25/03 PM     3.9        1.1        0.6        1       NONE
 26/03 AM     3.2        0.4        0.5        1       NONE
 26/04 PM     3.6        0.8        0.4        1       NONE
 27/04 AM     3.0        0.2        0.3        1       NONE
 27/05 PM     3.6        0.8        0.4        1       NONE
 28/05 AM     3.2        0.4        0.3        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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 25/03 PM     5.6        1.1        1.2        1       NONE
 26/04 AM     4.7        0.2        1.1        1       NONE
 26/04 PM     5.3        0.8        1.0        1       NONE
 27/04 AM     4.5        0.0        0.9        1       NONE
 27/05 PM     5.2        0.7        0.9        1       NONE
 28/05 AM     4.7        0.2        1.0        1       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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 25/03 PM     4.2        1.2        1.2        1       NONE
 26/04 AM     3.5        0.5        1.0        1       NONE
 26/05 PM     3.9        0.9        0.9        1       NONE
 27/06 AM     3.4        0.4        0.8        1       NONE
 27/07 PM     4.0        1.0        1.1        2       NONE
 28/06 AM     3.5        0.5        0.8        1       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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 25/04 PM     6.5        1.9        1.3        1       NONE
 26/04 AM     4.7        0.1        1.1        1       NONE
 26/05 PM     6.2        1.6        1.2        1       NONE
 27/05 AM     4.7        0.1        1.0        1       NONE
 27/06 PM     6.3        1.7        1.3        1       NONE
 28/06 AM     5.0        0.4        1.1        1       NONE

&&

$$

MDZ021>023-260215-
/O.CON.KAKQ.CF.Y.0047.000000T0000Z-240926T0600Z/
Dorchester-Wicomico-Somerset-
214 PM EDT Wed Sep 25 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
  lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Dorchester, Wicomico and Somerset Counties.

* WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Thursday.

* 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.

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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 26/12 AM     3.7        1.7        1.5        1      MINOR
 26/12 PM     3.3        1.3        1.4        1       NONE
 27/12 AM     3.6        1.6        1.5        1      MINOR
 27/01 PM     3.2        1.2        1.3        1       NONE
 28/01 AM     3.7        1.7        1.6        1      MINOR

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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 25/09 PM     3.7        1.6        1.5        1     MODERATE
 26/10 AM     3.4        1.3        1.5        1      MINOR
 26/10 PM     3.6        1.5        1.4        1      MINOR
 27/10 AM     3.3        1.2        1.3        1      MINOR
 27/11 PM     3.6        1.5        1.4        1      MINOR
 28/11 AM     3.4        1.3        1.3        1      MINOR

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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 25/08 PM     3.7        1.5        1.7        1      MINOR
 26/08 AM     3.0        0.8        1.6        1       NONE
 26/09 PM     3.5        1.3        1.5        1      MINOR
 27/09 AM     2.9        0.7        1.5        1       NONE
 27/09 PM     3.4        1.2        1.5        1       NONE
 28/10 AM     3.0        0.8        1.5        1       NONE

&&

$$

MDZ025-NCZ102-VAZ098-260215-
/O.CON.KAKQ.BH.S.0012.000000T0000Z-240927T0000Z/
Maryland Beaches-Eastern Currituck-Virginia Beach-
214 PM EDT Wed Sep 25 2024

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...In Maryland, Maryland Beaches County. In North
  Carolina, Eastern Currituck County. In Virginia, Virginia
  Beach.

* WHEN...Through Thursday evening.

* IMPACTS...Breaking waves of 3 to 5 ft will result in rough surf
  conditions and a high risk of rip currents.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.

&&

$$