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MARINE WEATHER STATEMENT

National Weather Service WAKEFIELD VA

304 AM EDT Fri Aug 21 2026



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Chesapeake 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-

304 AM EDT Fri Aug 21 2026



...GUSTS TO AROUND 20 KT POSSIBLE ON THE CHESAPEAKE BAY THROUGH 8

AM THIS MORNING...



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.





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