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Marine Weather Statement
ActiveChesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA; Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA; Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA; Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel
Status
In Progress
Started about 2 hours ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Minor
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Observed
Details
Marine observations depict a northerly wind surge along and just behind a cold front front early this morning. Winds speeds around 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt can be expected on the Chesapeake Bay. These winds will likely last through around 8 AM or so. Wave heights may also briefly increase to 2-3 ft, especially in the lower Chesapeake Bay.
Those operating small craft should consider remaining in port until winds subside.
Data from the National Weather Service
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