Coastal Flood Warnings/Watches/Statements
Issued by NWS Wakefield, VA
Issued by NWS Wakefield, VA
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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
1046 PM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
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Westmoreland-Northumberland-
1046 PM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT
FRIDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM FRIDAY TO
6 PM EDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Warning,
up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Westmoreland and Northumberland Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 AM EDT Friday.
For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 10 AM Friday to 6 PM EDT
Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
LEWISETTA VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.0 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
22/02 AM 3.3 1.8 1.6 1 MINOR
22/02 PM 3.6 2.1 2.0 1 MODERATE
23/02 AM 3.7 2.2 1.9 1 MODERATE
23/02 PM 3.5 2.0 1.9 1 MODERATE
24/02 AM 3.3 1.8 1.6 1 MINOR
24/02 PM 3.1 1.6 1.5 1 MINOR
DAHLGREN/COLONIAL BEACH VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 7.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.6 FT, MODERATE 3.1 FT, MAJOR 5.1 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
22/03 AM 3.4 1.5 1.2 1 NONE
22/03 PM 4.0 2.1 2.0 1 MINOR
23/04 AM 4.2 2.3 2.0 1 MINOR
23/04 PM 3.8 1.9 1.7 1 MINOR
24/04 AM 3.9 2.0 1.7 1 MINOR
24/05 PM 3.6 1.7 1.5 1 MINOR
WINDMILL POINT VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.6 FT, MODERATE 2.1 FT, MAJOR 2.6 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/11 PM 3.4 2.0 1.7 1 MINOR
22/10 AM 3.4 2.0 1.9 1 MINOR
22/11 PM 3.6 2.2 2.0 1 MODERATE
23/11 AM 3.3 1.9 1.8 1 MINOR
24/12 AM 3.1 1.7 1.5 1 MINOR
24/12 PM 3.0 1.6 1.4 1 MINOR
&&
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Dorchester-Wicomico-Somerset-
1046 PM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT
FRIDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON FRIDAY TO
8 PM EDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Warning,
one to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in
low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Dorchester, Wicomico and Somerset Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 11 PM this evening
to noon EDT Friday. For the Coastal Flood Warning, from noon
Friday to 8 PM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
CAMBRIDGE MD
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.5 FT, MODERATE 4.0 FT, MAJOR 4.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.0 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
22/04 AM 3.2 1.2 0.9 1 NONE
22/04 PM 3.7 1.7 1.7 1 MINOR
23/04 AM 4.1 2.1 1.8 1 MODERATE
23/05 PM 3.7 1.7 1.6 1 MINOR
24/05 AM 3.9 1.9 1.6 1 MINOR
24/05 PM 3.3 1.3 1.3 1 NONE
BISHOPS HEAD MD
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.2 FT, MODERATE 3.7 FT, MAJOR 4.2 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.1 FT, MODERATE 1.6 FT, MAJOR 2.1 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
22/02 AM 3.7 1.6 1.3 2 MODERATE
22/01 PM 3.9 1.8 1.7 1-2 MODERATE
23/02 AM 4.3 2.2 1.9 1 MAJOR
23/02 PM 3.9 1.8 1.7 1 MODERATE
24/03 AM 4.1 2.0 1.7 1 MODERATE
24/03 PM 3.7 1.6 1.4 1-2 MODERATE
CRISFIELD MD
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.5 FT, MODERATE 4.0 FT, MAJOR 5.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.3 FT, MODERATE 1.8 FT, MAJOR 2.8 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
22/12 AM 3.8 1.6 1.6 1 MINOR
22/12 PM 3.6 1.4 2.0 1 MINOR
23/01 AM 4.3 2.1 2.1 1 MODERATE
23/01 PM 3.5 1.3 1.8 1 MINOR
24/01 AM 3.8 1.6 1.7 1 MINOR
24/02 PM 3.3 1.1 1.5 1 NONE
&&
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Maryland Beaches-Accomack-Northampton-
1046 PM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EDT FRIDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk for rip
currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of
8 to 12 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory,
up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying
areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal
Flood Warning, one to two feet of inundation above ground
level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...In Maryland, Maryland Beaches County. In Virginia,
Accomack and Northampton Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 7 AM EDT Friday. For
the Beach Hazards Statement, through Friday evening. For the
Coastal Flood Warning, until 2 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Very dangerous swimming and surfing
conditions are expected, as well as the wave action resulting
in significant beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the
best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Dangerous
shore break can throw a swimmer or surfer head first into the
bottom causing neck and back injuries.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
OCEAN CITY INLET MD
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.0 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.5 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/08 PM 4.9 2.4 2.0 1 MINOR
22/08 AM 4.3 1.8 2.0 1 MINOR
22/08 PM 4.2 1.7 1.4 1 MINOR
23/09 AM 3.3 0.8 0.9 1 NONE
23/09 PM 3.4 0.9 0.6 1 NONE
24/09 AM 3.2 0.7 0.8 1 NONE
SAXIS VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
22/12 AM 4.3 1.8 1.4 2 NONE
22/12 PM 4.4 1.9 1.9 1-2 NONE
23/01 AM 4.8 2.3 2.0 1 MINOR
23/01 PM 4.3 1.8 1.7 1 NONE
24/01 AM 4.3 1.8 1.5 1 NONE
24/02 PM 4.1 1.6 1.4 1 NONE
NASSAWADOX CREEK AT BAYFORD VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.0 FT, MODERATE 1.5 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/10 PM 3.9 1.9 1.8 4-5 MODERATE
22/10 AM 3.8 1.8 2.1 3 MODERATE
22/10 PM 3.8 1.8 1.9 1 MODERATE
23/11 AM 3.3 1.3 1.5 1 MINOR
23/11 PM 3.2 1.2 1.3 1 MINOR
24/12 PM 3.0 1.0 1.2 1 MINOR
CHINCOTEAGUE INLET VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.7 FT, MODERATE 2.2 FT, MAJOR 3.2 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/08 PM 5.1 2.3 1.6 2 MODERATE
22/07 AM 4.8 2.0 1.8 1 MINOR
22/08 PM 4.9 2.1 1.4 1 MINOR
23/08 AM 4.0 1.2 0.9 1 NONE
23/09 PM 4.1 1.3 0.7 1 NONE
24/09 AM 3.7 0.9 0.5 1 NONE
WACHAPREAGUE VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 6.5 FT, MODERATE 7.5 FT, MAJOR 8.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/08 PM 7.8 3.3 3.0 1 MODERATE
22/08 AM 6.9 2.4 2.8 1 MINOR
22/09 PM 7.1 2.6 2.3 1 MINOR
23/09 AM 6.1 1.6 1.8 1 NONE
23/10 PM 6.1 1.6 1.4 1 NONE
24/10 AM 5.5 1.0 1.1 1 NONE
TANGIER ISLAND, VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.2 FT, MODERATE 3.8 FT, MAJOR 4.2 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.4 FT, MODERATE 1.9 FT, MAJOR 2.4 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
22/12 AM 3.8 2.0 2.0 1 MODERATE
22/12 PM 3.8 2.0 2.3 1 MODERATE
23/12 AM 4.0 2.1 2.2 1 MODERATE
23/01 PM 3.4 1.6 1.9 1 MINOR
24/01 AM 3.5 1.6 1.8 1 MINOR
24/01 PM 3.2 1.4 1.7 1 NONE
HARBORTON VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.5 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/11 PM 4.1 2.1 1.9 1 NONE
22/12 PM 4.3 2.2 2.3 1 NONE
23/12 AM 4.6 2.6 2.4 1 MINOR
23/12 PM 4.0 2.0 1.9 1 NONE
24/01 AM 3.8 1.8 1.6 1 NONE
24/01 PM 3.7 1.7 1.6 1 NONE
KIPTOPEKE VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.0 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/08 PM 5.5 2.5 2.3 3-4 MAJOR
22/08 AM 4.9 1.9 2.1 2 MINOR
22/08 PM 4.9 1.9 1.9 1 MINOR
23/09 AM 4.3 1.3 1.3 1 NONE
23/10 PM 4.2 1.2 1.0 1 NONE
24/10 AM 4.0 1.0 0.9 1 NONE
OYSTER VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 7.0 FT, MODERATE 7.5 FT, MAJOR 8.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.4 FT, MODERATE 2.9 FT, MAJOR 3.9 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/08 PM 8.3 3.7 2.5 1 MODERATE
22/08 AM 7.0 2.4 2.6 1 MINOR
22/09 PM 8.1 3.5 2.4 1 MODERATE
23/09 AM 6.3 1.7 1.6 1 NONE
23/10 PM 7.1 2.5 1.5 1 MINOR
24/10 AM 6.0 1.4 1.2 1 NONE
&&
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Eastern Currituck-Virginia Beach-
1046 PM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EDT FRIDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip
currents is expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large
breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet expected in the surf zone. For
the Coastal Flood Warning, one to three feet of inundation
above ground level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Eastern Currituck County. In
Virginia, Virginia Beach.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 2 PM EDT Friday.
For the High Surf Advisory, until 7 AM EDT Friday. For the
Beach Hazards Statement, through Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Very dangerous swimming and surfing
conditions are expected, as well as the wave action resulting
in significant beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the
best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Dangerous
shore break can throw a swimmer or surfer head first into the
bottom causing neck and back injuries.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
SEWELLS POINT VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.7 FT, MODERATE 2.7 FT, MAJOR 3.7 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/09 PM 5.6 2.8 2.6 3 MODERATE
22/09 AM 4.9 2.1 2.2 2 MINOR
22/09 PM 5.0 2.2 2.0 1 MINOR
23/10 AM 4.3 1.5 1.5 1 NONE
23/10 PM 4.1 1.3 1.2 1-2 NONE
24/11 AM 4.0 1.2 1.1 1 NONE
CHESAPEAKE BAY BRIDGE TUNNEL VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 5.0 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.1 FT, MODERATE 2.6 FT, MAJOR 3.1 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/08 PM 5.9 3.0 2.7 7 MODERATE
22/08 AM 5.1 2.2 2.2 4 MINOR
22/09 PM 5.1 2.2 1.9 2-3 MINOR
23/09 AM 4.4 1.5 1.4 2 NONE
23/09 PM 4.2 1.3 1.1 2-3 NONE
24/10 AM 4.1 1.2 1.0 2 NONE
LYNNHAVEN INLET VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.8 FT, MODERATE 2.3 FT, MAJOR 2.8 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/09 PM 5.8 3.1 3.0 1 MAJOR
22/09 AM 5.3 2.6 2.8 1 MODERATE
22/09 PM 5.0 2.3 2.2 1 MODERATE
23/09 AM 4.3 1.6 1.9 1 NONE
23/10 PM 4.3 1.6 1.6 1 NONE
24/10 AM 4.2 1.5 1.5 1 NONE
COROLLA NC
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 5.5 FT, MODERATE 6.0 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.8 FT, MODERATE 2.3 FT, MAJOR 2.8 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
22/07 AM 5.6 1.9 2.2 9 MINOR
22/08 PM 5.8 2.1 1.8 7-8 MINOR
23/08 AM 4.9 1.2 1.3 6 NONE
23/09 PM 4.9 1.2 1.0 6 NONE
24/09 AM 4.6 0.9 0.9 5 NONE
&&
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Inland Worcester-
1046 PM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Warning,
one to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Inland Worcester County.
* WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Some roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
OCEAN CITY INLET MD
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.0 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.5 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/08 PM 4.9 2.4 2.0 1 MINOR
22/08 AM 4.3 1.8 2.0 1 MINOR
22/08 PM 4.2 1.7 1.4 1 MINOR
23/09 AM 3.3 0.8 0.9 1 NONE
23/09 PM 3.4 0.9 0.6 1 NONE
24/09 AM 3.2 0.7 0.8 1 NONE
&&
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Charles City-Surry-James City-Isle of Wight-Norfolk/Portsmouth-
Suffolk-Chesapeake-York-Newport News-Hampton/Poquoson-
1046 PM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...One to three feet of inundation above ground level
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Charles City, Surry, James City, Isle of Wight,
Norfolk/Portsmouth, York, Newport News and Hampton/Poquoson
Counties, and Suffolk and Chesapeake.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
JAMES RIVER AT SCOTLAND/JAMESTOWN VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.0 FT, MODERATE 4.5 FT, MAJOR 5.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.8 FT, MODERATE 2.3 FT, MAJOR 2.8 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
22/12 AM 4.8 2.6 2.3 1 MODERATE
22/12 PM 4.4 2.2 2.2 1 MINOR
23/12 AM 4.4 2.2 2.0 1 MINOR
23/12 PM 3.9 1.7 1.7 1 NONE
24/01 AM 3.9 1.7 1.5 1 NONE
24/01 PM 3.6 1.4 1.3 1 NONE
SEWELLS POINT VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.7 FT, MODERATE 2.7 FT, MAJOR 3.7 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/09 PM 5.6 2.8 2.6 3 MODERATE
22/09 AM 4.9 2.1 2.2 2 MINOR
22/09 PM 5.0 2.2 2.0 1 MINOR
23/10 AM 4.3 1.5 1.5 1 NONE
23/10 PM 4.1 1.3 1.2 1-2 NONE
24/11 AM 4.0 1.2 1.1 1 NONE
SMITHFIELD, VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.5 FT, MODERATE 4.0 FT, MAJOR 4.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 0.7 FT, MODERATE 1.2 FT, MAJOR 1.7 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/10 PM 4.6 1.8 1.1 1 MAJOR
22/11 AM 4.2 1.4 1.1 1 MODERATE
22/11 PM 4.1 1.3 0.7 1 MODERATE
23/12 PM 3.4 0.6 0.2 1 NONE
24/12 AM 3.4 0.6 0.0 1 NONE
24/12 PM 3.1 0.3 -0.2 1 NONE
CHESAPEAKE BAY BRIDGE TUNNEL VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 5.0 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.1 FT, MODERATE 2.6 FT, MAJOR 3.1 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/08 PM 5.9 3.0 2.7 7 MODERATE
22/08 AM 5.1 2.2 2.2 4 MINOR
22/09 PM 5.1 2.2 1.9 2-3 MINOR
23/09 AM 4.4 1.5 1.4 2 NONE
23/09 PM 4.2 1.3 1.1 2-3 NONE
24/10 AM 4.1 1.2 1.0 2 NONE
MONEY POINT VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 5.0 FT, MODERATE 6.0 FT, MAJOR 7.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.8 FT, MODERATE 2.8 FT, MAJOR 3.8 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/09 PM 5.9 2.7 2.5 1 MINOR
22/09 AM 5.3 2.1 2.2 1 MINOR
22/10 PM 5.4 2.2 2.0 1 MINOR
23/10 AM 4.7 1.5 1.4 1 NONE
23/10 PM 4.4 1.2 1.1 1 NONE
24/11 AM 4.3 1.1 1.0 1 NONE
ELIZABETH RIVER AT MIDTOWN TUNNEL VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 5.0 FT, MODERATE 6.0 FT, MAJOR 7.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/09 PM 6.0 3.0 2.5 1 MODERATE
22/10 AM 5.4 2.4 2.3 1 MINOR
22/10 PM 5.4 2.4 2.0 1 MINOR
23/10 AM 4.7 1.7 1.5 1 NONE
23/11 PM 4.6 1.6 1.2 1 NONE
24/11 AM 4.4 1.4 1.1 1 NONE
WESTERN BRANCH OF THE ELIZABETH RIVER VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 5.0 FT, MODERATE 6.0 FT, MAJOR 7.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/09 PM 6.0 3.0 2.6 1 MODERATE
22/09 AM 5.3 2.3 2.3 1 MINOR
22/10 PM 5.2 2.2 1.9 1 MINOR
23/10 AM 4.6 1.6 1.4 1 NONE
23/10 PM 4.5 1.5 1.3 1 NONE
24/11 AM 4.3 1.3 1.1 1 NONE
YORKTOWN VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.9 FT, MODERATE 2.4 FT, MAJOR 2.9 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/09 PM 5.0 2.4 2.1 1 MODERATE
22/09 AM 4.7 2.1 2.1 1 MINOR
22/09 PM 4.8 2.2 2.0 1 MINOR
23/10 AM 4.2 1.6 1.5 1 NONE
23/10 PM 4.2 1.6 1.4 1 NONE
24/11 AM 3.9 1.3 1.2 1 NONE
FORT MONROE VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.7 FT, MODERATE 2.7 FT, MAJOR 3.2 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/09 PM 5.6 2.8 2.5 3 MODERATE
22/09 AM 5.2 2.4 2.4 2 MINOR
22/10 PM 5.0 2.2 1.9 1-2 MINOR
23/10 AM 4.3 1.5 1.4 1 NONE
23/10 PM 4.2 1.4 1.2 1-2 NONE
24/11 AM 4.0 1.2 1.0 1 NONE
&&
$$
VAZ076-078-083>086-518-520>522-221100-
/O.CON.KAKQ.CF.W.0002.000000T0000Z-250823T1000Z/
Richmond-Lancaster-New Kent-Gloucester-Middlesex-Mathews-
Eastern King William-Eastern King and Queen-Western Essex-
Eastern Essex-
1046 PM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Warning,
one to three feet of inundation above ground level expected in
low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Richmond, Lancaster, New Kent, Gloucester, Middlesex,
Mathews, Eastern King William, Eastern King and Queen, Western
Essex and Eastern Essex Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 8 PM this evening
to 6 AM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
TAPPAHANNOCK VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 0.9 FT, MODERATE 1.4 FT, MAJOR 1.9 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
22/02 AM 3.5 1.4 1.3 1 MODERATE
22/02 PM 3.4 1.3 1.5 1 MINOR
23/02 AM 3.7 1.6 1.6 1 MODERATE
23/03 PM 3.4 1.3 1.4 1 MINOR
24/03 AM 3.3 1.2 1.2 1 MINOR
24/03 PM 3.1 1.0 1.0 1 MINOR
WINDMILL POINT VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.6 FT, MODERATE 2.1 FT, MAJOR 2.6 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/11 PM 3.4 2.0 1.7 1 MINOR
22/10 AM 3.4 2.0 1.9 1 MINOR
22/11 PM 3.6 2.2 2.0 1 MODERATE
23/11 AM 3.3 1.9 1.8 1 MINOR
24/12 AM 3.1 1.7 1.5 1 MINOR
24/12 PM 3.0 1.6 1.4 1 MINOR
GYWNNS ISLAND VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.6 FT, MODERATE 2.1 FT, MAJOR 2.6 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/10 PM 3.4 2.1 1.9 1 MINOR
22/11 AM 3.3 2.0 1.9 1 MINOR
22/11 PM 3.3 2.0 1.8 1 MINOR
23/12 PM 2.8 1.5 1.3 1 NONE
24/12 AM 2.6 1.2 1.1 1 NONE
24/12 PM 2.5 1.1 1.0 1 NONE
WEST POINT VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 5.0 FT, MODERATE 6.0 FT, MAJOR 7.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.5 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/11 PM 5.9 2.4 2.4 1 MINOR
22/11 AM 5.5 2.0 2.4 1 MINOR
23/12 AM 5.7 2.2 2.3 1 MINOR
23/12 PM 5.1 1.6 1.9 1 MINOR
24/12 AM 5.2 1.7 1.8 1 MINOR
24/01 PM 5.0 1.5 1.7 1 MINOR
WARE RIVER AT SCHLEY VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.8 FT, MODERATE 2.8 FT, MAJOR 3.8 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/09 PM 5.1 2.4 2.0 1 MINOR
22/09 AM 4.8 2.1 2.0 1 MINOR
22/10 PM 5.0 2.3 1.9 1 MINOR
23/10 AM 4.3 1.6 1.4 1 NONE
23/10 PM 4.3 1.6 1.3 1 NONE
24/11 AM 4.1 1.4 1.1 1 NONE
YORKTOWN VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.9 FT, MODERATE 2.4 FT, MAJOR 2.9 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/09 PM 5.0 2.4 2.1 1 MODERATE
22/09 AM 4.7 2.1 2.1 1 MINOR
22/09 PM 4.8 2.2 2.0 1 MINOR
23/10 AM 4.2 1.6 1.5 1 NONE
23/10 PM 4.2 1.6 1.4 1 NONE
24/11 AM 3.9 1.3 1.2 1 NONE
&&
$$