Alert archive / North Carolina / Beach Hazards Statements in 2018
Beach Hazards Statement 13, NWS Wakefield, VA
NWS Wakefield, VA issued this beach hazards statement at Sep 26, 2018, 2:22 AM EDT for Currituck County, North Carolina; City of Virginia Beach, Virginia. It was in force for 18 hr.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Sep 26, 2018, 2:22 AM EDT (06:22 UTC)
- Expired
- Sep 26, 2018, 8:00 PM EDT
- In force
- 18 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Wakefield, VA
The radar
The Norfolk radar (KAKQ), 104 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 06:23 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
The nearest sounding before it
Wallops Is Stn, VA (KWAL), launched 00:00Z, 6.4 hours before the alert went out and 161 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 551 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- -22 J/kg
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 749 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 14 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 20 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 51 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
543
WHUS41 KAKQ 260622
CFWAKQ
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
222 AM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
VAZ084>086-261800-
/O.EXT.KAKQ.CF.Y.0039.000000T0000Z-180926T1800Z/
Gloucester-Middlesex-Mathews-
222 AM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
* LOCATION...Middle peninsula and tidal rivers adjacent to the
Chesapeake Bay along the York and Rappahannock Rivers.
* TIMING...Through the midday high tide cycle.
* COASTAL FLOOD 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...
A Coastal Flood Advisory means that onshore winds...wave action
and/or tides will combine to create flooding of low areas along
the shore...and near tidal rivers and creeks. Be prepared for the
possibility of road closures and minor flooding of properties. If
travel is necessary...do not attempt to drive through water of
unknown depth.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
MOBJACK BAY VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.0 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.3 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/10 AM 4.5 1.8 1.4 1 MINOR
26/11 PM 4.0 1.3 1.1 1 MINOR
27/11 AM 4.1 1.4 1.0 1-2 MINOR
27/11 PM 3.7 1.0 0.9 1 NONE
28/12 PM 4.2 1.5 1.0 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/01 AM 3.2 1.8 1.6 1 MINOR
26/12 PM 3.2 1.8 1.5 1 MINOR
27/12 AM 2.8 1.4 1.2 1 NONE
27/12 PM 2.9 1.5 1.2 1-2 NONE
28/01 AM 2.8 1.4 1.2 1 NONE
28/02 PM 3.0 1.6 1.2 1 MINOR
&&
$$
VAZ075-077-078-262000-
/O.EXT.KAKQ.CF.Y.0039.000000T0000Z-180926T2000Z/
Westmoreland-Northumberland-Lancaster-
222 AM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
* LOCATION...Areas along the Chesapeake Bay and tidal Potomac of
the Northern Neck.
* TIMING...Through the afternoon high tide cycle.
* COASTAL FLOOD 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...
A Coastal Flood Advisory means that onshore winds...wave action
and/or tides will combine to create flooding of low areas along
the shore...and near tidal rivers and creeks. Be prepared for the
possibility of road closures and minor flooding of properties. If
travel is necessary...do not attempt to drive through water of
unknown depth.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/03 AM 3.4 1.9 1.7 1 MINOR
26/03 PM 3.4 1.9 1.7 1 MINOR
27/03 AM 3.0 1.5 1.3 1 MINOR
27/03 PM 2.9 1.4 1.2 1 NONE
28/03 AM 2.8 1.3 1.2 1 NONE
28/04 PM 2.8 1.3 1.1 1 NONE
DAHLGREN/COLONIAL BEACH VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.5 FT, MODERATE 4.0 FT, MAJOR 4.5 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/04 AM 3.5 1.6 1.7 1 MINOR
26/05 PM 3.5 1.6 1.6 1 MINOR
27/05 AM 3.2 1.3 1.4 1 NONE
27/06 PM 3.0 1.1 1.0 1 NONE
28/06 AM 3.0 1.1 1.2 1 NONE
28/06 PM 3.0 1.1 1.0 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/01 AM 3.2 1.8 1.6 1 MINOR
26/12 PM 3.2 1.8 1.5 1 MINOR
27/12 AM 2.8 1.4 1.2 1 NONE
27/12 PM 2.9 1.5 1.2 1-2 NONE
28/01 AM 2.8 1.4 1.2 1 NONE
28/02 PM 3.0 1.6 1.2 1 MINOR
&&
$$
MDZ021>023-262200-
/O.EXT.KAKQ.CF.Y.0039.000000T0000Z-180926T2200Z/
Dorchester-Wicomico-Somerset-
222 AM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* LOCATION...Areas along the Chesapeake Bay and tidal rivers of
the Lower Maryland Eastern Shore.
* TIMING...Through high tide this evening.
* COASTAL FLOOD 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...
A Coastal Flood Advisory means that onshore winds...wave action
and/or tides will combine to create flooding of low areas along
the shore...and near tidal rivers and creeks. Be prepared for the
possibility of road closures and minor flooding of properties. If
travel is necessary...do not attempt to drive 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/05 AM 3.7 1.7 1.5 1 MINOR
26/06 PM 3.5 1.5 1.3 1 MINOR
27/06 AM 3.0 1.0 0.9 1-2 NONE
27/07 PM 2.9 0.9 0.6 1 NONE
28/07 AM 3.0 1.0 0.9 1 NONE
28/07 PM 3.2 1.2 0.9 1 NONE
BISHOPS HEAD MD
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.3 FT, MODERATE 3.8 FT, MAJOR 4.3 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.2 FT, MODERATE 1.7 FT, MAJOR 2.2 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/03 AM 3.9 1.8 1.6 1 MODERATE
26/03 PM 3.7 1.6 1.4 1 MODERATE
27/03 AM 3.3 1.2 1.1 1-2 MINOR
27/03 PM 3.1 1.0 0.8 1 NONE
28/04 AM 3.2 1.1 1.0 1 NONE
28/04 PM 3.4 1.3 1.1 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/02 AM 3.6 1.4 1.6 1 MINOR
26/02 PM 3.7 1.5 1.6 1 MINOR
27/02 AM 3.3 1.1 1.3 1 NONE
27/03 PM 3.3 1.1 1.1 1 NONE
28/03 AM 3.0 0.8 1.1 1 NONE
28/03 PM 3.2 1.0 1.0 1 NONE
&&
$$
VAZ098-262200-
/O.NEW.KAKQ.BH.S.0013.180926T0622Z-180927T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KAKQ.RP.S.0013.180926T0622Z-180927T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KAKQ.CF.S.0034.000000T0000Z-180926T1600Z/
Virginia Beach-
222 AM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...TIDES NEAR MINOR FLOODING THRESHOLDS LATE THIS MORNING...
* LOCATION...Virginia Beach to Sandbridge.
* TIMING AND TIDES...Elevated tides late this morning. The most
likely time for strong rip currents to occur is a couple hours
either side of low tide this afternoon.
* COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...Very shallow flooding is expected in
the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and
shoreline.
* RIP CURRENT RISK...High.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Beach Hazards Statement is issued when threats such as rip
currents...longshore currents...sneaker waves and other hazards
create life-threatening conditions in the surf zone. Caution
should be used when in or near the water.
There is a high risk of rip currents.
Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing quickly away
from shore...which occur most often at low spots or breaks in the
sandbar and in the vicinity of structures such as jetties and
piers. Heed the advice of lifeguards...beach patrol flags and
signs.
If you become caught in a rip current...relax and float. Don't
swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following
the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or
wave for help.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/10 AM 4.3 1.5 1.3 1 NONE
26/11 PM 3.9 1.1 1.1 1 NONE
27/11 AM 4.4 1.6 1.3 1-2 NONE
28/12 AM 4.1 1.3 1.3 1 NONE
28/12 PM 4.2 1.4 1.1 1 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/10 AM 4.3 1.4 1.1 2 NONE
26/10 PM 3.7 0.8 0.7 2 NONE
27/10 AM 4.2 1.3 0.9 2 NONE
27/11 PM 3.8 0.9 0.9 2 NONE
28/11 AM 4.0 1.1 0.7 2 NONE
28/11 PM 3.7 0.8 0.9 2 NONE
&&
$$
NCZ102-262200-
/O.NEW.KAKQ.BH.S.0013.180926T0622Z-180927T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KAKQ.RP.S.0013.180926T0622Z-180927T0000Z/
Eastern Currituck-
222 AM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a Beach
Hazards Statement, which is in effect through this evening. A
High Rip Current Risk has also been issued. This High Rip Current
Risk is in effect through this evening.
* LOCATION...Currituck County Beaches.
* TIMING...The most likely time for strong rip currents to occur
is a couple hours either side of low tide this afternoon.
* RIP CURRENT RISK...High.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Beach Hazards Statement is issued when threats such as rip
currents...longshore currents...sneaker waves and other hazards
create life-threatening conditions in the surf zone. Caution
should be used when in or near the water.
There is a high risk of rip currents.
Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing quickly away
from shore...which occur most often at low spots or breaks in the
sandbar and in the vicinity of structures such as jetties and
piers. Heed the advice of lifeguards...beach patrol flags and
signs.
If you become caught in a rip current...relax and float. Don't
swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following
the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or
wave for help.
&&
$$
VAZ099-100-261800-
/O.EXB.KAKQ.CF.S.0034.000000T0000Z-180926T1800Z/
Accomack-Northampton-
222 AM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...TIDES NEAR MINOR FLOODING THRESHOLDS LATE THIS MORNING...
* LOCATION...Chesapeake Bay side of the Virginia Eastern Shore.
* TIMING AND TIDES...Elevated tides late this morning.
* COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...Very shallow flooding is expected in
the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and
shoreline.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
NASSAWADOX CREEK AT BAYFORD VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.0 FT, MODERATE 1.5 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/11 AM 3.1 1.1 1.3 1 MINOR
27/12 AM 2.7 0.7 1.0 1 NONE
27/12 PM 2.8 0.8 0.9 1-2 NONE
28/12 AM 2.5 0.5 0.8 1 NONE
28/01 PM 2.8 0.8 0.8 1 NONE
KIPTOPEKE VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.0 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/10 AM 4.3 1.3 1.1 1 NONE
26/10 PM 3.8 0.8 0.8 1 NONE
27/11 AM 4.1 1.1 0.8 1-2 NONE
27/11 PM 3.7 0.7 0.8 1 NONE
28/11 AM 4.1 1.1 0.8 1 NONE
&&
$$
VAZ081-082-089-090-093-261800-
/O.EXB.KAKQ.CF.S.0034.000000T0000Z-180926T1800Z/
Prince George-Charles City-Surry-James City-Isle of Wight-
222 AM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...TIDES NEAR MINOR FLOODING THRESHOLDS AT MIDDAY...
* LOCATION...Areas adjacent the James River from Jamestown to
Hopewell.
* TIMING AND TIDES...Elevated tides late this morning into
early afternoon.
* COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...Very shallow flooding is expected in
the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and
shoreline.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
JAMES RIVER AT SCOTLAND/JAMESTOWN VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.0 FT, MODERATE 4.5 FT, MAJOR 5.0 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/01 PM 3.9 1.7 1.5 1 NONE
27/02 AM 3.5 1.3 1.3 1 NONE
27/02 PM 3.7 1.5 1.3 1 NONE
28/02 AM 3.4 1.2 1.3 1 NONE
28/03 PM 3.8 1.6 1.3 1 NONE
&&
$$
VAZ095>097-523>525-261600-
/O.EXT.KAKQ.CF.S.0034.000000T0000Z-180926T1600Z/
Norfolk/Portsmouth-Suffolk-Chesapeake-York-Newport News-
Hampton/Poquoson-
222 AM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...TIDES NEAR MINOR FLOODING THRESHOLDS LATE THIS MORNING...
* LOCATION...Lower Peninsula and Hampton Roads adjacent to the
Chesapeake Bay, and along the lower York and James Rivers.
* TIMING AND TIDES...Elevated tides late this morning.
* COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...Very shallow flooding is expected in
the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and
shoreline.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/10 AM 4.3 1.5 1.3 1 NONE
26/11 PM 3.9 1.1 1.1 1 NONE
27/11 AM 4.4 1.6 1.3 1-2 NONE
28/12 AM 4.1 1.3 1.3 1 NONE
28/12 PM 4.2 1.4 1.1 1 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/10 AM 4.3 1.4 1.1 2 NONE
26/10 PM 3.7 0.8 0.7 2 NONE
27/10 AM 4.2 1.3 0.9 2 NONE
27/11 PM 3.8 0.9 0.9 2 NONE
28/11 AM 4.0 1.1 0.7 2 NONE
28/11 PM 3.7 0.8 0.9 2 NONE
YORKTOWN VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.9 FT, MODERATE 2.4 FT, MAJOR 2.9 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/11 AM 4.3 1.7 1.5 1 NONE
26/11 PM 3.8 1.2 1.2 1 NONE
27/11 AM 4.1 1.5 1.2 1 NONE
28/12 AM 3.8 1.2 1.2 1 NONE
28/12 PM 4.0 1.4 1.1 1 NONE
FORT MONROE 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/11 AM 4.3 1.5 1.2 1 NONE
26/11 PM 4.1 1.3 1.2 1 NONE
27/11 AM 4.4 1.6 1.2 1-2 NONE
28/12 AM 4.0 1.2 1.2 1 NONE
28/12 PM 4.4 1.6 1.2 1 NONE
&&
$$2 follow-up statements
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WHUS41 KAKQ 261738
CFWAKQ
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
138 PM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
VAZ084>086-262000-
/O.EXT.KAKQ.CF.Y.0039.000000T0000Z-180926T2000Z/
Gloucester-Middlesex-Mathews-
138 PM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
* LOCATION...Middle peninsula and tidal rivers adjacent to the
Chesapeake Bay along the York and Rappahannock Rivers.
* TIMING...Through the afternoon high tide cycle.
* COASTAL FLOOD 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...
A Coastal Flood Advisory means that onshore winds...wave action
and/or tides will combine to create flooding of low areas along
the shore...and near tidal rivers and creeks. Be prepared for the
possibility of road closures and minor flooding of properties. If
travel is necessary...do not attempt to drive through water of
unknown depth.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
MOBJACK BAY VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.0 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.3 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/11 AM 4.3 1.6 1.3 1 MINOR
26/11 PM 4.0 1.3 1.1 1 MINOR
27/11 AM 4.0 1.3 0.9 1 MINOR
27/11 PM 3.7 1.0 0.9 1 NONE
28/12 PM 4.1 1.4 0.9 1 MINOR
29/12 AM 3.5 0.8 0.8 1 NONE
YORKTOWN VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.9 FT, MODERATE 2.4 FT, MAJOR 2.9 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/11 AM 4.1 1.5 1.3 1 NONE
26/11 PM 3.8 1.2 1.2 1 NONE
27/11 AM 4.1 1.5 1.2 1 NONE
28/12 AM 3.8 1.2 1.2 1 NONE
28/12 PM 4.0 1.4 1.1 1 NONE
29/12 AM 3.6 1.0 1.1 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/12 PM 3.0 1.6 1.3 1 MINOR
27/12 AM 2.7 1.3 1.1 1 NONE
27/12 PM 2.8 1.4 1.1 2 NONE
28/01 AM 2.7 1.3 1.1 1 NONE
28/02 PM 2.9 1.5 1.1 1 NONE
29/01 AM 2.6 1.2 1.1 1 NONE
&&
$$
VAZ075-077-078-262200-
/O.EXT.KAKQ.CF.Y.0039.000000T0000Z-180926T2200Z/
Westmoreland-Northumberland-Lancaster-
138 PM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* LOCATION...Areas along the Chesapeake Bay and tidal Potomac of
the Northern Neck.
* TIMING...Through the late afternoon high tide cycle.
* COASTAL FLOOD 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...
A Coastal Flood Advisory means that onshore winds...wave action
and/or tides will combine to create flooding of low areas along
the shore...and near tidal rivers and creeks. Be prepared for the
possibility of road closures and minor flooding of properties. If
travel is necessary...do not attempt to drive through water of
unknown depth.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/03 PM 3.2 1.7 1.5 1 MINOR
27/03 AM 2.9 1.4 1.2 1-2 NONE
27/03 PM 2.8 1.3 1.1 1 NONE
28/03 AM 2.8 1.3 1.2 1 NONE
28/04 PM 2.8 1.3 1.1 1 NONE
29/04 AM 2.7 1.2 1.1 1 NONE
DAHLGREN/COLONIAL BEACH VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.5 FT, MODERATE 4.0 FT, MAJOR 4.5 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/05 PM 3.4 1.5 1.5 1 NONE
27/05 AM 3.2 1.3 1.4 1 NONE
27/06 PM 3.0 1.1 1.0 1 NONE
28/06 AM 3.0 1.1 1.2 1 NONE
28/06 PM 3.0 1.1 1.0 1 NONE
29/07 AM 3.0 1.1 1.2 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/12 PM 3.0 1.6 1.3 1 MINOR
27/12 AM 2.7 1.3 1.1 1 NONE
27/12 PM 2.8 1.4 1.1 2 NONE
28/01 AM 2.7 1.3 1.1 1 NONE
28/02 PM 2.9 1.5 1.1 1 NONE
29/01 AM 2.6 1.2 1.1 1 NONE
&&
$$
MDZ021>023-270000-
/O.EXT.KAKQ.CF.Y.0039.000000T0000Z-180927T0000Z/
Dorchester-Wicomico-Somerset-
138 PM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* LOCATION...Areas along the Chesapeake Bay and tidal rivers of
the Lower Maryland Eastern Shore.
* TIMING...Through high tide this evening.
* COASTAL FLOOD 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...
A Coastal Flood Advisory means that onshore winds...wave action
and/or tides will combine to create flooding of low areas along
the shore...and near tidal rivers and creeks. Be prepared for the
possibility of road closures and minor flooding of properties. If
travel is necessary...do not attempt to drive 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/06 PM 3.4 1.4 1.2 1 NONE
27/06 AM 3.0 1.0 0.9 2 NONE
27/07 PM 2.9 0.9 0.6 1 NONE
28/07 AM 3.0 1.0 0.9 1 NONE
28/07 PM 3.2 1.2 0.9 1 NONE
29/07 AM 2.9 0.9 0.9 1 NONE
BISHOPS HEAD MD
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.3 FT, MODERATE 3.8 FT, MAJOR 4.3 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.2 FT, MODERATE 1.7 FT, MAJOR 2.2 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/03 PM 3.5 1.4 1.2 1 MINOR
27/03 AM 3.2 1.1 1.0 1-3 NONE
27/03 PM 3.0 0.9 0.7 1-2 NONE
28/04 AM 3.1 1.0 0.9 1 NONE
28/04 PM 3.4 1.3 1.1 1 MINOR
29/05 AM 3.3 1.2 1.1 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/02 PM 3.5 1.3 1.4 1 MINOR
27/02 AM 3.2 1.0 1.2 1 NONE
27/03 PM 3.2 1.0 1.0 1 NONE
28/03 AM 3.0 0.8 1.1 1 NONE
28/03 PM 3.2 1.0 1.0 1 NONE
29/04 AM 2.9 0.7 1.0 1 NONE
&&
$$
VAZ099-100-262000-
/O.EXT.KAKQ.CF.S.0034.000000T0000Z-180926T2000Z/
Accomack-Northampton-
138 PM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...TIDES NEAR MINOR FLOODING THRESHOLDS THROUGH MID AFTERNOON...
* LOCATION...Chesapeake Bay side of the Virginia Eastern Shore.
* TIMING...Through the afternoon high tide cycle.
* COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is possible in the most
vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
SAXIS VA
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/02 PM 4.1 1.6 1.2 1
27/02 AM 3.4 0.9 0.8 1-2
27/02 PM 3.4 0.9 0.5 1-2
28/02 AM 3.3 0.8 0.7 1
28/03 PM 3.6 1.1 0.7 1
29/03 AM 3.2 0.7 0.7 1
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/01 PM 3.2 1.2 1.4 1 MINOR
27/12 AM 2.7 0.7 1.0 1-2 NONE
27/12 PM 2.8 0.8 0.9 2-3 NONE
28/12 AM 2.5 0.5 0.8 1 NONE
28/01 PM 2.8 0.8 0.8 1 NONE
29/01 AM 2.4 0.4 0.8 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/11 AM 3.0 0.2 0.3 1 NONE
26/10 PM 3.4 0.6 0.4 1 NONE
27/10 AM 3.6 0.8 0.5 1 NONE
27/11 PM 3.4 0.6 0.5 1 NONE
28/11 AM 3.6 0.8 0.4 1 NONE
28/11 PM 3.2 0.4 0.5 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/11 AM 5.3 0.8 0.7 1 NONE
26/11 PM 5.2 0.7 0.7 1 NONE
27/11 AM 5.5 1.0 0.7 1 NONE
27/11 PM 5.3 0.8 0.9 1 NONE
28/12 PM 5.7 1.2 0.9 1 NONE
29/12 AM 5.3 0.8 1.0 1 NONE
OYSTER VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 7.0 FT, MODERATE 7.5 FT, MAJOR 8.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - N/A
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/11 AM 5.8 N/A 0.6 1 NONE
26/10 PM 6.1 N/A 0.7 1 NONE
27/11 AM 6.5 N/A 0.7 1 NONE
27/11 PM 6.2 N/A 0.9 1 NONE
28/11 AM 6.6 N/A 0.8 1 NONE
29/12 AM 5.9 N/A 0.9 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/11 AM 4.1 1.1 1.1 1 NONE
26/10 PM 3.8 0.8 0.8 1 NONE
27/11 AM 4.1 1.1 0.8 2 NONE
27/11 PM 3.7 0.7 0.8 1-2 NONE
28/11 AM 4.1 1.1 0.8 1 NONE
29/12 AM 3.6 0.6 0.8 1 NONE
&&
$$
VAZ081-082-089-090-093-262000-
/O.EXT.KAKQ.CF.S.0034.000000T0000Z-180926T2000Z/
Prince George-Charles City-Surry-James City-Isle of Wight-
138 PM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...TIDES NEAR MINOR FLOODING THRESHOLDS THIS AFTERNOON...
* LOCATION...Areas adjacent the James River from Jamestown to
Hopewell, including tidal tributaries.
* TIMING AND TIDES...Elevated tides through this afternoon.
* COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...Very shallow flooding is expected in
the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and
shoreline....
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
JAMES RIVER AT SCOTLAND/JAMESTOWN VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.0 FT, MODERATE 4.5 FT, MAJOR 5.0 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/01 PM 3.9 1.7 1.5 1 NONE
27/02 AM 3.4 1.2 1.2 1 NONE
27/02 PM 3.6 1.4 1.2 1 NONE
28/02 AM 3.3 1.1 1.2 1 NONE
28/03 PM 3.7 1.5 1.2 1 NONE
29/03 AM 3.3 1.1 1.2 1 NONE
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/11 AM 4.2 1.4 1.2 1 NONE
26/11 PM 3.9 1.1 1.1 1 NONE
27/11 AM 4.4 1.6 1.3 2 NONE
28/12 AM 4.1 1.3 1.3 1 NONE
28/12 PM 4.2 1.4 1.1 1 NONE
29/12 AM 3.9 1.1 1.2 1 NONE
&&
$$
NCZ102-VAZ098-270000-
/O.CON.KAKQ.BH.S.0013.000000T0000Z-180927T0000Z/
/O.CON.KAKQ.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-180927T0000Z/
Eastern Currituck-Virginia Beach-
138 PM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* LOCATION...Virginia Beach to Currituck County Beaches.
* TIMING...The most likely time for strong rip currents to occur
is a couple hours either side of low tide this afternoon.
* RIP CURRENT RISK...High.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Beach Hazards Statement is issued when threats such as rip
currents...longshore currents...sneaker waves and other hazards
create life-threatening conditions in the surf zone. Caution
should be used when in or near the water.
There is a high risk of rip currents.
Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing quickly away
from shore...which occur most often at low spots or breaks in the
sandbar and in the vicinity of structures such as jetties and
piers. Heed the advice of lifeguards...beach patrol flags and
signs.
If you become caught in a rip current...relax and float. Don't
swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following
the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or
wave for help.
&&
$$798
WHUS41 KAKQ 262141
CFWAKQ
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
541 PM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
MDZ023-262245-
/O.CAN.KAKQ.CF.Y.0039.000000T0000Z-180927T0000Z/
Somerset-
541 PM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
The National Weather Service in Wakefield has cancelled the
Coastal Flood Advisory.
Water levels have receded, with no additional tidal flooding
expected.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
BISHOPS HEAD MD
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.3 FT, MODERATE 3.8 FT, MAJOR 4.3 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.2 FT, MODERATE 1.7 FT, MAJOR 2.2 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
27/03 AM 3.2 1.1 1.0 1-2 NONE
27/03 PM 3.0 0.9 0.7 1-2 NONE
28/04 AM 3.1 1.0 0.9 1 NONE
28/04 PM 3.2 1.1 0.9 1 NONE
29/05 AM 3.1 1.0 0.9 1 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
27/02 AM 3.0 0.8 1.0 1-2 NONE
27/03 PM 2.8 0.6 0.6 1-2 NONE
28/03 AM 2.7 0.5 0.8 1 NONE
28/03 PM 3.0 0.8 0.8 1 NONE
29/04 AM 2.8 0.6 0.9 1 NONE
&&
$$
VAZ075-077-078-262245-
/O.CAN.KAKQ.CF.Y.0039.000000T0000Z-180926T2200Z/
Westmoreland-Northumberland-Lancaster-
541 PM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
The National Weather Service in Wakefield has cancelled the
Coastal Flood Advisory.
Water levels have receded, with no additional tidal flooding
expected.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
LEWISETTA VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.0 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
27/03 AM 2.8 1.3 1.1 1-2 NONE
27/03 PM 2.6 1.1 0.9 1 NONE
28/03 AM 2.6 1.1 1.0 1 NONE
28/04 PM 2.7 1.2 1.0 1 NONE
29/04 AM 2.6 1.1 1.0 1 NONE
DAHLGREN/COLONIAL BEACH VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.5 FT, MODERATE 4.0 FT, MAJOR 4.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.6 FT, MODERATE 2.1 FT, MAJOR 2.6 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/05 PM 3.2 1.3 1.3 1 NONE
27/05 AM 2.9 1.0 1.1 1 NONE
27/06 PM 2.9 1.0 0.9 1 NONE
28/06 AM 2.8 0.9 1.0 1 NONE
28/06 PM 2.9 1.0 0.9 1 NONE
29/07 AM 2.8 0.9 1.0 1 NONE
WINDMILL POINT VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.6 FT, MODERATE 2.1 FT, MAJOR 2.6 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
27/12 AM 2.6 1.2 1.0 1 NONE
27/12 PM 2.6 1.2 0.9 2-3 NONE
28/01 AM 2.4 1.0 0.8 1 NONE
28/02 PM 2.7 1.3 0.9 1 NONE
29/01 AM 2.5 1.1 1.0 1 NONE
29/02 PM 2.9 1.5 1.1 2 NONE
&&
$$
MDZ021-022-270000-
/O.CON.KAKQ.CF.Y.0039.000000T0000Z-180927T0000Z/
Dorchester-Wicomico-
541 PM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* LOCATION...Areas along the Chesapeake Bay and tidal rivers of
the Lower Maryland Eastern Shore.
* TIMING...Through high tide this evening.
* COASTAL FLOOD 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...
A Coastal Flood Advisory means that onshore winds...wave action
and/or tides will combine to create flooding of low areas along
the shore...and near tidal rivers and creeks. Be prepared for the
possibility of road closures and minor flooding of properties. If
travel is necessary...do not attempt to drive 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/06 PM 3.3 1.3 1.1 1 NONE
27/06 AM 2.9 0.9 0.8 2 NONE
27/07 PM 2.8 0.8 0.5 1 NONE
28/07 AM 2.9 0.9 0.8 1 NONE
28/07 PM 3.1 1.1 0.8 1 NONE
29/07 AM 2.9 0.9 0.9 1 NONE
BISHOPS HEAD MD
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.3 FT, MODERATE 3.8 FT, MAJOR 4.3 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.2 FT, MODERATE 1.7 FT, MAJOR 2.2 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
27/03 AM 3.2 1.1 1.0 1-2 NONE
27/03 PM 3.0 0.9 0.7 1-2 NONE
28/04 AM 3.1 1.0 0.9 1 NONE
28/04 PM 3.2 1.1 0.9 1 NONE
29/05 AM 3.1 1.0 0.9 1 NONE
&&
$$
NCZ102-VAZ098-270000-
/O.CON.KAKQ.BH.S.0013.000000T0000Z-180927T0000Z/
/O.CON.KAKQ.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-180927T0000Z/
Eastern Currituck-Virginia Beach-
541 PM EDT Wed Sep 26 2018
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* LOCATION...Virginia Beach to Currituck County Beaches.
* TIMING...Through 8 pm this evening.
* RIP CURRENT RISK...High.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Beach Hazards Statement is issued when threats such as rip
currents...longshore currents...sneaker waves and other hazards
create life-threatening conditions in the surf zone. Caution
should be used when in or near the water.
There is a high risk of rip currents.
Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing quickly away
from shore...which occur most often at low spots or breaks in the
sandbar and in the vicinity of structures such as jetties and
piers. Heed the advice of lifeguards...beach patrol flags and
signs.
If you become caught in a rip current...relax and float. Don't
swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following
the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or
wave for help.
&&
$$The office that day
Everything else NWS Wakefield, VA issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 26, 2:22 AM EDT | Rip Current Statement | AKQ | Currituck | 18 hr |
| Sep 26, 5:24 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | AKQ | Cumberland, Fluvanna | 51 min |
| Sep 26, 6:13 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | AKQ | Cumberland, Prince Edward | 47 min |
| Sep 26, 6:58 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | AKQ | Lunenburg, Mecklenburg, Prince Edward | 32 min |
| Sep 26, 7:37 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | AKQ | Lunenburg, Mecklenburg, Nottoway, Prince Edward | 38 min |
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