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Gale Warning 13, NWS Baltimore/Washington

March 31, 2021

NWS Baltimore/Washington issued this gale warning at Mar 31, 2021, 4:11 AM EDT. It took effect at Mar 31, 2021, 6:00 PM EDT. It was in force for 35 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

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The facts

Issued
Mar 31, 2021, 4:11 AM EDT (08:11 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 31, 2021, 6:00 PM EDT
Expired
Apr 2, 2021, 4:35 AM EDT
In force
35 hr
Issued by
NWS Baltimore/Washington

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411 
WHUS71 KLWX 310811
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
411 AM EDT Wed Mar 31 2021

ANZ530>534-537>543-311615-
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0071.000000T0000Z-210331T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.GL.W.0013.210401T0100Z-210401T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
411 AM EDT Wed Mar 31 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT EARLY
THIS MORNING...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM EDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts
  up to 35 kt expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds
  10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay and adjoining estuaries north of Smith 
  Point VA, and Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point 
  VA.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 6 AM 
  EDT Thursday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 AM EDT 
  early this morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ535-536-311615-
/O.NEW.KLWX.GL.W.0013.210401T0100Z-210401T1000Z/
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
411 AM EDT Wed Mar 31 2021

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM EDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt 
  expected.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 6 AM EDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$
12 follow-up statements
204 
WHUS71 KLWX 311149
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
749 AM EDT Wed Mar 31 2021

ANZ530>543-312000-
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0072.210331T1149Z-210331T2200Z/
/O.EXT.KLWX.GL.W.0013.210331T2200Z-210401T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
749 AM EDT Wed Mar 31 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM EDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...A southerly wind of 10 to 15 knots with gusts to 25 knots
  is expected today. The wind may become lighter late this
  afternoon into this evening, before shifting to the northwest
  and rapidly increasing to 15 to 25 knots with gusts to 35 knots
  late this evening.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Smith Point VA, 
  and Chesapeake Bay and adjoining estuaries north of Smith 
  Point VA.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 AM 
  EDT Thursday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EDT 
  this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Thunderstorms are possible this afternoon
  and evening. These thunderstorms may produce higher wind gusts
  and reduce visibility to less than one nautical mile.


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 severe conditions.

Remain mindful of cold water temperatures. Rapid onset hypothermia
will occur to anyone who is exposed to the cold water, which is
currently in the upper 40s to middle 50s.

&&

$$

DHOF
249 
WHUS71 KLWX 311713
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
113 PM EDT Wed Mar 31 2021

ANZ535-536-538-542-010115-
/O.CAN.KLWX.SC.Y.0072.000000T0000Z-210331T2200Z/
/O.EXT.KLWX.GL.W.0013.210331T2200Z-210402T1000Z/
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
113 PM EDT Wed Mar 31 2021

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM EDT
FRIDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS CANCELLED FOR THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...An abrupt wind shift from south to northwest is expected
  between 10 PM and 1 AM, accompanied by an increase in wind speed
  of 15 to 25 knots with gusts to 35 knots. The wind is expected
  to subside slightly to around 15 kt with gusts to 25 knots from
  mid morning through mid afternoon Thursday, then increase to 15
  to 25 knots with gusts to 35 knots late Thursday afternoon
  through Thursday evening.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, 
  Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor, and Patuxent River 
  to Broomes Island MD.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Thunderstorms are possible through this
  evening. These thunderstorms may produce higher wind gusts and
  reduce visibility to less than one nautical mile.

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 severe conditions.

Remain mindful of cold water temperatures. Rapid onset hypothermia
will occur to anyone who is exposed to the cold water, which is
currently in the upper 40s to middle 50s.

&&

$$

ANZ530>534-537-539>541-543-010115-
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0072.000000T0000Z-210331T2200Z/
/O.EXT.KLWX.GL.W.0013.210331T2200Z-210402T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
113 PM EDT Wed Mar 31 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM EDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...A southerly wind of 10 to 15 knots with gusts to 20 knots
  is expected this afternoon. The wind will decrease briefly early
  this evening, then an abrupt shift to the northwest is expected
  between 11 PM and 2 AM with speeds increasing to 20 to 25 knots
  with gusts to 40 knots. A few gusts to near storm force cannot
  be ruled out overnight. Gusts will likely to subside to around
  30 knots from mid morning through mid afternoon Thursday, then
  increase to around 35 knots late Thursday afternoon and 
  evening.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay main channel north of Smith Point VA, 
  Chester River to Queenstown MD, Tangier Sound and the inland 
  waters surrounding Bloodsworth Island, Choptank River to 
  Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River, Tidal Potomac from 
  Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA, and Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 AM 
  EDT Friday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EDT this 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Thunderstorms are possible through this 
  evening. These thunderstorms may produce higher wind gusts and 
  reduce visibility to less than one nautical mile.

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 severe conditions.

Remain mindful of cold water temperatures. Rapid onset hypothermia
will occur to anyone who is exposed to the cold water, which is
currently in the upper 40s to middle 50s.

&&

$$

DHOF
953 
WHUS71 KLWX 312350
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
750 PM EDT Wed Mar 31 2021

ANZ530>543-010800-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
750 PM EDT Wed Mar 31 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Light southerly winds this evening will abruptly shift 
  to the northwest between 11 PM and 2 AM with speeds increasing 
  to 20 to 25 knots with gusts to 40 knots. A few gusts to near 
  storm force cannot be ruled out overnight. Gusts will likely to 
  subside to around 30 knots from mid morning through mid 
  afternoon Thursday, then increase to around 35 knots late 
  Thursday afternoon and evening.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay main channel north of Smith Point VA, 
  Chester River to Queenstown MD, Tangier Sound and the inland 
  waters surrounding Bloodsworth Island, Choptank River to 
  Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River, Tidal Potomac from 
  Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA, and Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 AM 
  EDT Friday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EDT this 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Thunderstorms are possible through this 
  evening. These thunderstorms may produce higher wind gusts and 
  reduce visibility to less than one nautical mile.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$
491 
WHUS71 KLWX 010603
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
203 AM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

ANZ530>543-011415-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
203 AM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  waves 2 to 4 ft.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Smith Point VA, 
  and Chesapeake Bay and adjoining estuaries north of Smith 
  Point VA.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusts will likely to subside to around 30
  knots from mid morning through mid afternoon today, then
  increase to around 35 knots late this afternoon and evening.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$
875 
WHUS71 KLWX 011143
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
743 AM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

ANZ530>543-011945-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
743 AM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  waves 2 to 4 ft.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Smith Point VA, 
  and Chesapeake Bay and adjoining estuaries north of Smith 
  Point VA.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusts will likely to subside to around 30 
  knots from mid morning through mid afternoon today, then 
  increase to around 35 knots late this afternoon and evening.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$
584 
WHUS71 KLWX 011417
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
1017 AM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

ANZ530-531-535-536-538-542-020000-
/O.EXT.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T0400Z-210402T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
1017 AM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 PM
EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt. For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest 
  winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay north of Sandy Point MD, Patapsco River 
  including Baltimore Harbor, and Patuxent River to Broomes 
  Island MD.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until midnight EDT tonight. For 
  the Small Craft Advisory, from midnight tonight to 6 PM EDT 
  Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusts will likely to subside to around 30 
  knots from mid morning through mid afternoon today, then 
  increase to around 35 knots late this afternoon and evening.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ534-543-020000-
/O.EXT.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
1017 AM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  waves 2 to 5 ft.

* WHERE...Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding 
  Bloodsworth Island and Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to 
  Smith Point VA.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusts will likely to subside to around 30 
  knots from mid morning through mid afternoon today, then 
  increase to around 35 knots late this afternoon and evening.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ532-533-537-539>541-020000-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T1000Z-210402T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
1017 AM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 6 PM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Small Craft 
  Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  expected.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD, Tidal 
  Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA, Chester River 
  to Queenstown MD, Eastern Bay and Choptank River to Cambridge 
  MD and the Little Choptank River.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 AM EDT Friday. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 6 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusts will likely to subside to around 30 
  knots from mid morning through mid afternoon today, then 
  increase to around 35 knots late this afternoon and evening.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$
904 
WHUS71 KLWX 012316
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
716 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

ANZ530-531-535-536-538-542-020730-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T0400Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T0400Z-210402T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
716 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT
TO 6 PM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt. For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest 
  winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay north of Sandy Point MD, Patapsco River 
  including Baltimore Harbor, and Patuxent River to Broomes 
  Island MD.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until midnight EDT tonight. For 
  the Small Craft Advisory, from midnight tonight to 6 PM EDT 
  Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.


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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ532-533-537-539>541-020730-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T1000Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T1000Z-210402T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
716 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 6 PM EDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Small Craft 
  Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  expected.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD, Tidal 
  Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA, Chester River 
  to Queenstown MD, Eastern Bay and Choptank River to Cambridge 
  MD and the Little Choptank River.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 AM EDT Friday. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 6 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.


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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ534-543-020730-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
716 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  waves 2 to 5 ft.

* WHERE...Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding 
  Bloodsworth Island and Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to 
  Smith Point VA.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.


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 severe conditions.

&&

$$
240 
WHUS71 KLWX 020144
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
944 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

ANZ532-533-537-539>541-020945-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T1000Z/
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T1000Z-210403T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
944 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM FRIDAY TO 6 AM
EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Small Craft 
  Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  and waves 2 to 4 ft expected.

* WHERE...Chester River to Queenstown MD, Choptank River to 
  Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River, Chesapeake Bay 
  from North Beach to Drum Point MD, Chesapeake Bay from Sandy 
  Point to North Beach MD, Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to 
  Smith Point VA and Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 AM EDT Friday. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM Friday to 6 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ531-536-538-542-020945-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T0400Z/
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T0400Z-210403T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
944 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with 
  gusts up to 30 kt. For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest 
  winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected.

* WHERE...Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor, Patuxent 
  River to Broomes Island MD, Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island 
  to Sandy Point MD and Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb 
  Island MD.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until midnight EDT tonight. For 
  the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ534-543-020945-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T2200Z/
/O.EXB.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T2200Z-210403T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
944 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT FRIDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM FRIDAY TO 6 AM EDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft. For the Small Craft 
  Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  and waves 2 to 4 ft expected.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA 
  and Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding 
  Bloodsworth Island.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 PM EDT Friday. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM Friday to 6 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ530-535-020945-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T0400Z/
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T0400Z-210403T0000Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
944 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with 
  gusts up to 30 kt. For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest 
  winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD and Tidal 
  Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until midnight EDT tonight. For 
  the Small Craft Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$
499 
WHUS71 KLWX 020226
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
1026 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

ANZ531-538-021030-
/O.CAN.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T0400Z/
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T0226Z-210403T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
1026 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* WHERE...Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor and 
  Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ530-535-021030-
/O.CAN.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T0400Z/
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T0226Z-210403T0000Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
1026 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD and Tidal 
  Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ532-533-537-539>541-021030-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T1000Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T1000Z-210403T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
1026 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM FRIDAY TO
6 AM EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Small Craft 
  Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  and waves 2 to 4 ft expected.

* WHERE...Chester River to Queenstown MD, Choptank River to 
  Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River, Chesapeake Bay 
  from North Beach to Drum Point MD, Chesapeake Bay from Sandy 
  Point to North Beach MD, Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to 
  Smith Point VA and Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 AM EDT Friday. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM Friday to 6 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ534-543-021030-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T2200Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T2200Z-210403T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
1026 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT FRIDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM FRIDAY TO
6 AM EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft. For the Small Craft 
  Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  and waves 2 to 4 ft expected.

* WHERE...Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding 
  Bloodsworth Island and Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to 
  Smith Point VA.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 PM EDT Friday. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM Friday to 6 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ536-542-021030-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T0400Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T0400Z-210403T1000Z/
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
1026 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with 
  gusts up to 30 kt. For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest 
  winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected.

* WHERE...Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD and Tidal Potomac 
  from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until midnight EDT tonight. For 
  the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$
049 
WHUS71 KLWX 020359
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
1159 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

ANZ536-542-021200-
/O.EXP.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T0400Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T0400Z-210403T1000Z/
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
1159 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT
SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  expected.

* WHERE...Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD and Tidal Potomac 
  from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ532-533-537-539>541-021200-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T1000Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T1000Z-210403T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
1159 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM FRIDAY TO
6 AM EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Small Craft 
  Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  and waves 2 to 4 ft expected.

* WHERE...Chester River to Queenstown MD, Choptank River to 
  Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River, Chesapeake Bay 
  from North Beach to Drum Point MD, Chesapeake Bay from Sandy 
  Point to North Beach MD, Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to 
  Smith Point VA and Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 AM EDT Friday. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM Friday to 6 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ534-543-021200-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T2200Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T2200Z-210403T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
1159 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT FRIDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM FRIDAY TO
6 AM EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft. For the Small Craft 
  Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
  waves 2 to 4 ft expected.

* WHERE...Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding 
  Bloodsworth Island and Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to 
  Smith Point VA.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 PM EDT Friday. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM Friday to 6 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ531-538-021200-
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-210403T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
1159 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* WHERE...Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor and 
  Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ530-535-021200-
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-210403T0000Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
1159 PM EDT Thu Apr 1 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD and Tidal 
  Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
555 
WHUS71 KLWX 020539
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
139 AM EDT Fri Apr 2 2021

ANZ532-533-537-539>541-021345-
/O.CAN.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T1000Z/
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T0539Z-210403T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
139 AM EDT Fri Apr 2 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  waves 2 to 4 ft.

* WHERE...Chester River to Queenstown MD, Choptank River to 
  Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River, Chesapeake Bay 
  from North Beach to Drum Point MD, Chesapeake Bay from Sandy 
  Point to North Beach MD, Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to 
  Smith Point VA and Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ534-543-021345-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T2200Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T2200Z-210403T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
139 AM EDT Fri Apr 2 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO 6 AM EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft. For the Small Craft 
  Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  and waves 2 to 4 ft expected.

* WHERE...Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding 
  Bloodsworth Island and Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to 
  Smith Point VA.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 PM EDT this evening. For 
  the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 6 AM EDT 
  Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ531-536-538-542-021345-
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-210403T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
139 AM EDT Fri Apr 2 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* WHERE...Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor, Patuxent 
  River to Broomes Island MD, Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island 
  to Sandy Point MD and Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb 
  Island MD.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ530-535-021345-
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-210403T0000Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
139 AM EDT Fri Apr 2 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD and Tidal 
  Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
170 
WHUS71 KLWX 020835
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
435 AM EDT Fri Apr 2 2021

ANZ534-543-021645-
/O.CAN.KLWX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210402T2200Z/
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.210402T0835Z-210403T1500Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
435 AM EDT Fri Apr 2 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  waves 2 to 4 ft.

* WHERE...Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding 
  Bloodsworth Island and Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to 
  Smith Point VA.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ530-535-021645-
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-210403T0200Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
435 AM EDT Fri Apr 2 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD and Tidal 
  Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ533-537-541-542-021645-
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-210403T1500Z/
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
435 AM EDT Fri Apr 2 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  waves 2 to 4 ft.

* WHERE...Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD, Choptank River to 
  Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River, Chesapeake Bay 
  from North Beach to Drum Point MD and Tidal Potomac from Cobb 
  Island MD to Smith Point VA.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ531-532-536-538>540-021645-
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-210403T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
435 AM EDT Fri Apr 2 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* WHERE...Chester River to Queenstown MD, Patapsco River 
  including Baltimore Harbor, Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island 
  to Sandy Point MD, Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North 
  Beach MD, Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD and 
  Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Baltimore/Washington issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 31, 7:49 AM EDTSmall Craft AdvisoryLWX10 hr
Mar 31, 3:33 PM EDTSpecial Marine WarningLWX87 min
Mar 31, 3:39 PM EDTTornado WarningLWXKing George17 min
Mar 31, 4:13 PM EDTSpecial Marine WarningLWX77 min
Mar 31, 4:14 PM EDTSpecial Marine WarningLWX2 min
Mar 31, 9:17 AM EDTWinter Weather AdvisoryLWX41 hr

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