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Gale Warning 26, NWS Baltimore/Washington

October 25, 2021

NWS Baltimore/Washington issued this gale warning at Oct 25, 2021, 10:06 AM EDT. It took effect at Oct 26, 2021, 6:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 24 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

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The facts

Issued: Oct 25, 2021, 10:06 AM EDT (14:06 UTC)
In effect from: Oct 26, 2021, 6:00 AM EDT
Expired: Oct 27, 2021, 6:00 AM EDT
In force: 24 hr
Issued by: NWS Baltimore/Washington

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777 
WHUS71 KLWX 251406
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
1006 AM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

ANZ537-271000-
/O.CAN.KLWX.SC.Y.0207.000000T0000Z-211025T2200Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0209.211025T1700Z-211026T0200Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0210.211026T1000Z-211026T1900Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.GL.W.0026.211026T1900Z-211027T1000Z/
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
1006 AM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS 
EVENING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 3 PM EDT TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TUESDAY TO 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the first 
  Small Craft Advisory, south winds 5 to 10 kt with gusts up to 
  20 kt expected. For the second Small Craft Advisory, northwest 
  winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 3 PM Tuesday to 6 AM EDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EDT this 
  evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 3 PM EDT 
  Tuesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

ANZ538-542-271000-
/O.CAN.KLWX.SC.Y.0207.000000T0000Z-211025T2200Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0209.211025T1700Z-211026T0200Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0210.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
1006 AM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS 
EVENING... 
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TUESDAY TO 
6 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, south winds 5 to 10 
  kt with gusts up to 20 kt expected. For the second Small Craft 
  Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  expected.

* WHERE...Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor and Patuxent 
  River to Broomes Island MD.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EDT this 
  evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM Tuesday to 6 
  AM EDT Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

ANZ534-543-271000-
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0207.000000T0000Z-211026T0200Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0210.211026T1000Z-211026T1900Z/
/O.UPG.KLWX.GL.A.0005.211026T2100Z-211027T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.GL.W.0026.211026T1900Z-211027T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
1006 AM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 3 PM EDT TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TUESDAY TO 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the first 
  Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 
  20 kt. For the second Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 
  to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 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, from 3 PM Tuesday to 6 AM EDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EDT this 
  evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 3 PM EDT 
  Tuesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

ANZ532-533-541-271000-
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0207.000000T0000Z-211026T0200Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0210.211026T1000Z-211026T1900Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.GL.W.0026.211026T1900Z-211027T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
1006 AM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 3 PM EDT TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TUESDAY TO 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the first 
  Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 
  20 kt. For the second Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 
  to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point MD to Drum Point MD, 
  and Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank 
  River.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 3 PM Tuesday to 6 AM EDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EDT this 
  evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 3 PM EDT 
  Tuesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

ANZ530-531-539-540-271000-
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0207.000000T0000Z-211026T0200Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0210.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
1006 AM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TUESDAY TO 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay north of Sandy Point MD, Chester River 
  to Queenstown MD, and Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EDT this 
  evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM Tuesday to 6 
  AM EDT Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

ANZ535-536-271000-
/O.EXB.KLWX.SC.Y.0207.211025T1700Z-211026T0200Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0210.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
1006 AM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS 
EVENING... 
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TUESDAY TO 
6 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, south winds 5 to 10 
  kt with gusts up to 20 kt expected. For the second Small Craft 
  Advisory, northwest winds 5 to 15 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 PM EDT this 
  evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM Tuesday to 6 
  AM EDT Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

10 follow-up statements

724 
WHUS71 KLWX 260038
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
838 PM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

ANZ533-534-543-260845-
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0207.000000T0000Z-211026T0400Z/
/O.CAN.KLWX.SC.Y.0210.211026T1000Z-211026T1900Z/
/O.EXT.KLWX.GL.W.0026.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
838 PM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TUESDAY TO 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY FOR TUESDAY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with
  gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Small
  Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt.
  The strongest winds are most likely Tuesday afternoon and
  evening.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM Tuesday to 6 AM EDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until midnight EDT 
  tonight.

* 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.

&&

$$

ANZ537-260845-
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0209.000000T0000Z-211026T0400Z/
/O.CAN.KLWX.SC.Y.0210.211026T1000Z-211026T1900Z/
/O.EXT.KLWX.GL.W.0026.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
838 PM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TUESDAY TO 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY FOR TUESDAY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with
  gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Small
  Craft Advisory, south winds around 10 kt with gusts up to 20 
  kt. The strongest winds are most likely Tuesday afternoon
  and evening.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM Tuesday to 6 AM EDT 
  Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until midnight EDT 
  tonight.

* 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.

&&

$$

ANZ530-531-535-536-539-540-260845-
/O.CAN.KLWX.SC.Y.0207.000000T0000Z-211026T0200Z/
/O.UPG.KLWX.SC.Y.0210.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
/O.EXB.KLWX.GL.W.0026.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
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-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
838 PM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TUESDAY TO 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY FOR TUESDAY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt
  expected. The strongest winds are most likely Tuesday afternoon
  and evening.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay north of Sandy Point MD, Chester River to 
  Queenstown MD, and Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...From 6 AM Tuesday to 6 AM EDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

ANZ538-542-260845-
/O.CAN.KLWX.SC.Y.0209.000000T0000Z-211026T0200Z/
/O.UPG.KLWX.SC.Y.0210.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
/O.EXB.KLWX.GL.W.0026.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
838 PM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TUESDAY TO 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt 
  expected. The strongest winds are most likely Tuesday afternoon
  and evening.

* WHERE...Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor and Patuxent 
  River to Broomes Island MD.

* WHEN...From 6 AM Tuesday to 6 AM EDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

ANZ532-541-260845-
/O.CAN.KLWX.SC.Y.0207.000000T0000Z-211026T0200Z/
/O.CAN.KLWX.SC.Y.0210.211026T1000Z-211026T1900Z/
/O.EXT.KLWX.GL.W.0026.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
838 PM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TUESDAY TO 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY FOR THIS EVENING IS CANCELLED...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY FOR TUESDAY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and
  waves 2 to 4 ft expected. The strongest winds are most likely
  Tuesday afternoon and evening.

* WHERE...Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank 
  River and Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD.

* WHEN...From 6 AM Tuesday to 6 AM EDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

DHOF

159 
WHUS71 KLWX 260158
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
958 PM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

ANZ533-534-543-261000-
/O.CAN.KLWX.SC.Y.0207.000000T0000Z-211026T0400Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0026.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
958 PM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TUESDAY TO 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and
  waves 2 to 4 ft expected.

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

* WHEN...From 6 AM Tuesday to 6 AM EDT Wednesday. The strongest
  winds are most likely Tuesday afternoon and evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

ANZ537-261000-
/O.CAN.KLWX.SC.Y.0209.000000T0000Z-211026T0400Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0026.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
958 PM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TUESDAY TO 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  waves 2 to 4 ft expected.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA.

* WHEN...From 6 AM Tuesday to 6 AM EDT Wednesday. The strongest
  winds are most likely Tuesday afternoon and evening.

* 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>532-535-536-538>542-261000-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0026.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
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-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
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-
958 PM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TUESDAY TO 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt 
  expected.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay north of North Beach MD, Chester River to 
  Queenstown MD, Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor, 
  Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD, Choptank River to 
  Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River, and Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...From 6 AM Tuesday to 6 AM EDT Wednesday. The strongest
  winds are most likely Tuesday afternoon and evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

985 
WHUS71 KLWX 260411
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
1211 AM EDT Tue Oct 26 2021

ANZ530>534-537>541-543-261215-
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0211.211026T0411Z-211026T1000Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0026.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
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-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
1211 AM EDT Tue Oct 26 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 AM
EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 5 to 10 kt with
  gusts up to 20 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to
  30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 6 ft expected. 

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay main channel north of 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, and Tangier Sound and the inland waters 
  surrounding Bloodsworth Island.

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

* 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.

&&

$$

ANZ535-536-542-261215-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0026.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
1211 AM EDT Tue Oct 26 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 AM
EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  waves 2 to 4 ft expected.

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

* WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to 6 AM EDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

CJL

408 
WHUS71 KLWX 260653
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
253 AM EDT Tue Oct 26 2021

ANZ530>534-537>541-543-261500-
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0211.000000T0000Z-211026T1000Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0026.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0212.211027T1000Z-211027T2200Z/
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-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
253 AM EDT Tue Oct 26 2021

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

* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, north winds 5 to 10 
  kt with gusts up to 20 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds
  20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 6 ft 
  expected. For the second Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 
  15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay main channel north of 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, and Tangier Sound and the inland waters 
  surrounding Bloodsworth Island.

* WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, until 6 AM EDT early
  this morning. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM this morning to 6
  AM EDT Wednesday. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 6 
  AM to 6 PM EDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

ANZ535-536-542-261500-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0026.211026T1000Z-211027T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0212.211027T1000Z-211027T2200Z/
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
253 AM EDT Tue Oct 26 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 AM
EDT WEDNESDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 6 PM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Small 
  Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 
  30 kt expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM this morning to 6 AM 
  EDT Wednesday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 6 PM 
  EDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

CJL

568 
WHUS71 KLWX 261112
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
712 AM EDT Tue Oct 26 2021

ANZ530>543-261915-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-211027T1000Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0212.211027T1000Z-211027T2200Z/
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-
712 AM EDT Tue Oct 26 2021

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

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

* 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, until 6 AM EDT Wednesday. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 6 PM EDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

cjl

074 
WHUS71 KLWX 261754
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
154 PM EDT Tue Oct 26 2021

ANZ530>543-270200-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-211027T1000Z/
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0212.211027T1000Z-211028T0300Z/
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-
154 PM EDT Tue Oct 26 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 11 PM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

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

* 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, until 6 AM EDT Wednesday. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 11 PM EDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

553 
WHUS71 KLWX 262250
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
650 PM EDT Tue Oct 26 2021

ANZ530>543-270700-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-211027T1000Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0212.211027T1000Z-211028T0300Z/
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-
650 PM EDT Tue Oct 26 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 11 PM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

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

* 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, until 6 AM EDT Wednesday. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 11 PM EDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

DHOF

603 
WHUS71 KLWX 270134
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
934 PM EDT Tue Oct 26 2021

ANZ530>543-271000-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-211027T1000Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0212.211027T1000Z-211028T0300Z/
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-
934 PM EDT Tue Oct 26 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 11 PM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

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

* 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, until 6 AM EDT Wednesday. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 11 PM EDT Wednesday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gale-force wind gusts may be more
  occasional over narrower waterways.

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.

&&

$$

DHOF

341 
WHUS71 KLWX 270805
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
405 AM EDT Wed Oct 27 2021

ANZ530-531-535-536-538>542-271615-
/O.CAN.KLWX.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-211027T1000Z/
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0212.211027T0805Z-211028T0300Z/
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-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
405 AM EDT Wed Oct 27 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

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

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay north of Sandy Point MD, Chester River to 
  Queenstown MD, Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor, 
  Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD, Choptank River to 
  Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River, and Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gale-force wind gusts may be more 
  occasional over narrower waterways.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

ANZ532>534-537-543-271615-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-211027T1000Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0212.211027T1000Z-211028T0300Z/
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-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
405 AM EDT Wed Oct 27 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* 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, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and 
  waves 2 to 4 ft expected.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point MD to Smith Point VA, 
  Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth 
  Island, and Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point 
  VA.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 AM EDT early this 
  morning. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 11 PM EDT this 
  evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gale-force wind gusts may be more 
  occasional over narrower waterways.

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.

&&

$$

CJL

556 
WHUS71 KLWX 270953
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
553 AM EDT Wed Oct 27 2021

ANZ532>534-537-543-271800-
/O.EXP.KLWX.GL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-211027T1000Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0212.211027T1000Z-211028T0300Z/
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-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
553 AM EDT Wed Oct 27 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 AM EDT EARLY THIS MORNING...

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

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point MD to Smith Point VA, 
  Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth 
  Island, and Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point 
  VA.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gale-force wind gusts may be more 
  occasional over narrower waterways.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

ANZ530-531-535-536-538>542-271800-
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0212.000000T0000Z-211028T0300Z/
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-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
553 AM EDT Wed Oct 27 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay north of Sandy Point MD, Chester River to 
  Queenstown MD, Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor, 
  Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD, Choptank River to 
  Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River, and Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gale-force wind gusts may be more 
  occasional over narrower waterways.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

CJL

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this gale warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Baltimore/Washington wrote its last area forecast discussion before this gale warning went out at Oct 25, 4:03 AM EDT, 6 hours 3 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Oct 25, 4:03 AM EDT, 6 hours 3 minutes before

Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
403 AM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

.SYNOPSIS...
A strong cold front will push eastward across the area late
this evening into night. Strong low pressure will develop off
the coast on Tuesday and linger into Wednesday morning. High
pressure will return briefly Wednesday into early Thursday
before another system threatens towards the end of the week.
This wetter system may impact the region for Thursday night into
Friday.

&&

.NEAR TERM /THROUGH TONIGHT/...
The key players on the synoptic map early this morning are a
warm front arcing west-to-east across southern Pennsylvania. Off
to the west, GOES-16 water vapor imagery shows a potent cyclone
spinning over central Illinois. The attendant cold front moving
through central Indiana and western Kentucky features relatively
cold cloud tops and plenty of lightning activity. This system is
set to embark on the Mid-Atlantic region later this evening and
into the night. Expect locally heavy downpours, gusty to possibly
damaging caliber winds, an isolated tornado, and a marked cool
down into the following day.

Relatively benign weather is being observed at 07Z with a few
high clouds streaming overhead. Otherwise, quiet conditions are
anticipated through the early afternoon. Mild southerly flow is
supporting above average temperatures with mid 50s to low 60s
being rather widespread. Throughout the day, continued warm
advection and rising heights will allow highs to soar into the
mid/upper 70s. With 850-mb temperatures progged to reach 15C, a
couple of low 80s readings are not out of the question. However,
all of this warmth will disappear as a strong cold front looms
upstream across the Ohio Valley.

The scenario which unfolds is somewhat complicated which lends
itself to some uncertainty. First, in addition to the system
ejecting out of the Midwest, a second system lifting out of the
southeastern U.S. will also play a role in the pattern.
Energetics from the southern stream impulse are forecast to move
toward southern Maryland during the late afternoon while
cyclogenesis unfolds off the Carolina coast. The shortwave may
spawn some showers east of I-95 in advance of the main cold
front. Forecast soundings ahead of the expected frontal
convection are somewhat erratic, possibly owing to the pre-
frontal activity. Vertical profiles show more of a veer-to-
back-to-veering wind field which is not terribly conducive to
supercellular structures. However, deep-layer shear of 40 to 50
knots is substantial enough to keep a severe thunderstorm risk
in place. This is despite the limited instability of 250 to 500
J/kg, locally higher in spots.

Based on the recent high-resolution model suite, a north/south
oriented line of showers and thunderstorms should form along the
cold front. These will race eastward from the Shenandoah Valley
toward the I-95 corridor in the 22Z-02Z window before reaching
the Eastern Shore by after midnight. The main threat will be
damaging winds as higher momentum air gets mixed down to the
surface. Cannot rule out an isolated tornado, but such an
occurrence would be brief. Heading into the night, some residual
showers should linger as the shortwave passes overhead. Aside
from the Alleghenies which will be in the upper 30s to low 40s,
mild conditions continue as the colder air will yet to arrive.

&&

.SHORT TERM /TUESDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY NIGHT/...
The guidance has shifted over the past couple of days regarding
the potential coastal low formation. The mentioned system coming
out of the coastal Carolinas becomes the main wave of interest
as it deepens 200-400 miles off the Delmarva coast on Tuesday.
Tightening pressure gradients will gradually lead to an uptick
in northwesterly flow by Tuesday afternoon, particularly over
the marine waters. Deepening mixed layers should allow gusts to
around 25 to 35 mph at times, potentially a bit higher. These
brisk winds continue into the night as a likely sub-980 mb low
sits offshore of Long Island. Besides the wind, a chance of
showers will accompany mostly cloudy skies as a shearing upper
low comes down from the Great Lakes. While forecast highs are
set to reach the mid 60s, this likely occurs at midnight as
temperatures flat line or even fall during the day. With cooling
overnight temperatures and brisk winds, wind chills may drop
below freezing over higher elevations of the Allegheny Front.

Cyclonic flow begins to relax by mid-week as the upper trough
moves offshore. This also carries the deep coastal low further
off the coast leading to a gradual decrease in winds. Gusts of
15 to 25 mph are still possible the first half of Wednesday, but
with much more sunshine. High temperatures will be in the mid
to upper 60s which is a few degrees above late October
climatology. Dry conditions continue into the night with
temperatures dropping into the 40s.

&&

.LONG TERM /THURSDAY THROUGH SUNDAY/...
Thursday will start out dry with high pressure still influencing the
weather through midday. The high will move to the northeast as a
potent storm system pushes toward the region from the southwest.
Rain will overspread the region from southwest to northeast Thursday
afternoon through Friday. A few thunderstorms could develop in
places that become warmer and have more sunshine through midday
Thursday. Rain amounts could average one half inch Thursday
afternoon through Thursday night. Higher amounts and additional
amounts will follow Friday.

Periods of light rain will become more showery Friday night
through Saturday night as the main storm system exits to the
east and wrap around moisture is met with residual energy from
the northwest and an upslope wind component in our northwestern
zones. Additional rain amounts Friday night through Saturday
night should average a few tenths of an inch to one quarter of
an inch. Highs Saturday will be in the lower 60s.

There is a chance of a few leftover showers on Sunday, mainly in the
northwest zones. Highs in the 60s.

&&

.AVIATION /07Z MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY/...
Within the warm sector, winds will remain southerly through the
day before a cold front arrives late this evening into the
night. For now, expect a few more hours of low-level wind shear
issues as a 925-850 mb jet maxima moves through. VFR conditions
will be in place through the afternoon hours before the showers
and thunderstorms arrive. Gusty and erratic winds will accompany
the stronger showers along with some brief ceiling/visibility
restrictions. For the overnight, some lingering MVFR ceilings
are possible before the stronger northwesterly flow scours out
these lower clouds.

Gusty northwesterly flow will be commonplace at all terminals on
Tuesday as a coastal low strengthens. 20 to 30 knot winds are
possible from Tuesday afternoon into the overnight hours, with a
gradual reduction in these winds by Wednesday. Some showers are
possible on Tuesday, but do not expect resrictions at this time.

VFR conditions through midday Thursday. MVFR conditions Thursday
afternoon through Friday night with rain overspreading the region.
The main conditions will be sought from lowering ceilings due to the
rain. Winds east 5 to 10 knots Thursday and Thursday night. Winds
east 10 knots gusts 15 to 20 knots Friday and Friday night.

&&

.MARINE...
Southerly channeling continues across a majority of the
Chesapeake Bay early this morning. A Small Craft Advisory is in
effect for these breezy southerly winds through the mid/late
evening. With showers and thunderstorms likely with the cold
front, Special Marine Warnings may be necessary for the stronger
cells this evening into the night.

As a coastal low strengthens offshore, northwesterly flow
intensifies Tuesday morning. Further strengthening is expected
with high-end small craft potential throughout the day and into
the overnight. A Gale Watch is currently in effect for the lower
Chesapeake Bay from Tuesday evening into early Wednesday
morning. Northwesterly winds weaken into Wednesday, but should
remain strong enough to support additional small craft issues.

No marine hazards Thursday. Winds east 5 to 10 knots. Small craft
advisories possible Thursday night. Winds east 10 knots gusts 15
to 20 knots. Small craft advisories likely Friday into Friday
evening. Winds east 10 to 15 knots gusts 20 to 25 knots.

&&

.TIDES/COASTAL FLOODING...
Tides will become more elevated this afternoon and evening
than recent days. Should remain just below criteria. Tides
will drop around midweek, before climbing up to advisory and
perhaps warning criteria Thursday into Friday with a potent
storm system late in the week.

&&

.LWX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
DC...None.
MD...None.
VA...None.
WV...None.
MARINE...Small Craft Advisory until 6 PM EDT this evening for ANZ530-
     531-537-539-540-542.
     Small Craft Advisory from 6 AM this morning to 6 PM EDT this
     evening for ANZ538.
     Gale Watch from Tuesday afternoon through late Tuesday night
     for ANZ534-543.
     Small Craft Advisory until midnight EDT tonight for ANZ532>534-
     541-543.

&&

SYNOPSIS...BRO
NEAR TERM...BRO
SHORT TERM...BRO
LONG TERM...KLW
AVIATION...BRO/KLW
MARINE...BRO/KLW
TIDES/COASTAL FLOODING...KLW

Hazardous weather outlook, Oct 25, 6:05 AM EDT, 4 hours 1 minute before

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
605 AM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

ANZ530>543-DCZ001-MDZ008-011-013-014-016>018-504-506-508-
VAZ052>057-261015-
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-District of Columbia-Cecil-Southern Baltimore-
Prince Georges-Anne Arundel-Charles-St. Marys-Calvert-
Central and Southeast Montgomery-Central and Southeast Howard-
Southeast Harford-Prince William/Manassas/Manassas Park-Fairfax-
Arlington/Falls Church/Alexandria-Stafford-Spotsylvania-
King George-
605 AM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for the Maryland portion of the
Chesapeake Bay, Tidal Potomac River, and I-95 corridor through
central Maryland, northern Virginia, and District of Columbia.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible ahead of a cold front
late this afternoon into tonight. These storms may cause locally
damaging wind gusts as well as an isolated tornado.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday

A Gale Watch is in effect for the middle Chesapeake Bay and
Tangier Sound from Tuesday afternoon through late Tuesday night.

There is a slight severe thunderstorm and flooding threat on
Friday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation may be required this afternoon into tonight.

MDZ003>006-503-505-507-VAZ025>031-036>040-050-051-501-502-505>508-
WVZ050>053-055-261015-
Washington-Frederick MD-Carroll-Northern Baltimore-
Northwest Montgomery-Northwest Howard-Northwest Harford-Augusta-
Rockingham-Shenandoah-Frederick VA-Page-Warren-Clarke-Nelson-
Albemarle-Greene-Madison-Rappahannock-Orange-Culpeper-
Northern Fauquier-Southern Fauquier-Western Loudoun-
Eastern Loudoun-Northern Virginia Blue Ridge-
Central Virginia Blue Ridge-Hampshire-Morgan-Berkeley-Jefferson-
Hardy-
605 AM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of eastern West
Virginia, northern and central Virginia, and central and western
Maryland.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible ahead of a cold front
late this afternoon into this evening. These storms may cause
locally damaging wind gusts as well as an isolated tornado.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday

There is a slight severe thunderstorm and flooding threat on
Friday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation may be required this afternoon into tonight.

MDZ001-501-502-VAZ503-504-WVZ501>506-261015-
Garrett-Extreme Western Allegany-Central and Eastern Allegany-
Western Highland-Eastern Highland-Western Grant-Eastern Grant-
Western Mineral-Eastern Mineral-Western Pendleton-
Eastern Pendleton-
605 AM EDT Mon Oct 25 2021

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for the Allegheny Front
counties in western Maryland, eastern West Virginia, and Highland
County Virginia.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible ahead of a cold front
late this afternoon into the evening. These storms may cause
locally damaging wind gusts as well as an isolated tornado.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday

There is a slight severe thunderstorm and flooding threat on
Friday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation may be required this afternoon into tonight.

The office that day

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

Issued	Product	Office	Counties	Lasted
Oct 25, 10:06 AM EDT	Small Craft Advisory	LWX		12 hr
Oct 25, 10:06 AM EDT	Small Craft Advisory	LWX		11 hr
Oct 25, 3:17 PM EDT	Special Marine Warning	LWX		88 min
Oct 25, 3:19 PM EDT	Special Marine Warning	LWX		86 min
Oct 25, 3:37 PM EDT	Special Marine Warning	LWX		83 min
Oct 25, 3:59 PM EDT	Special Marine Warning	LWX		67 min
Oct 25, 4:21 PM EDT	Special Marine Warning	LWX		91 min
Oct 25, 4:29 PM EDT	Special Marine Warning	LWX		90 min
Oct 25, 5:25 PM EDT	Severe Thunderstorm Warning	LWX	Fairfax, Fauquier, Loudoun, Prince William, City of Fairfax, City of Manassas and 1 more	35 min
Oct 25, 5:33 PM EDT	Special Marine Warning	LWX		87 min
Oct 25, 5:44 PM EDT	Severe Thunderstorm Warning	LWX	Fairfax, Loudoun	46 min
Oct 25, 5:50 PM EDT	Flash Flood Watch	LWX	Arlington, Fairfax, City of Alexandria, City of Fairfax, City of Falls Church	5 hr
Oct 25, 6:11 PM EDT	Severe Thunderstorm Warning	LWX	Albemarle, Greene, Orange, City of Charlottesville	34 min
Oct 25, 6:51 PM EDT	Severe Thunderstorm Warning	LWX	Nelson	39 min
Oct 25, 7:11 PM EDT	Areal Flood Warning	LWX	Fairfax, Prince William, City of Fairfax, City of Manassas, City of Manassas Park	10 hr
Oct 25, 7:23 PM EDT	Severe Thunderstorm Warning	LWX	Culpeper, Orange, Spotsylvania	21 min
Oct 25, 7:57 PM EDT	Special Marine Warning	LWX		2 hr
Oct 25, 6:35 PM EDT	Severe Thunderstorm Warning	LWX	Cecil, Harford	40 min

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text.