Headline:
Coastal Flood Watch issued September 22 at 10:10PM EDT until September 25 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Coastal Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
September 22, 2026 - 7:10pm
Expires:
September 23, 2026 - 3:15am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, two to two and a half
feet of inundation above ground level expected in low lying
areas due to tidal flooding. For the Coastal Flood Watch, two
to two and a half feet of inundation above ground level
possible in low lying areas due to tidal flooding.
* WHERE...Shoreline in St. Marys County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 8 PM this evening
to 8 PM EDT Wednesday, especially around the time of high
tide. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Wednesday evening
through Friday morning, especially around the time of high
tide.
* IMPACTS...At 3.5 feet, water covers roads on Saint George
Island, is in yards, and is approaching structures. To the
east, inundation is occurring at multiple marinas off St.
Mary's River, Smith Creek, and Jutland Creek.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tides up to 3 feet above normal. The next
high tide at Point Lookout is at 11:27 PM and 11:43 AM. The next
high tide at Piney Point is at 12:26 AM and 12:55 PM. The next
high tide at Coltons Point is at 1:02 AM and 1:31 PM.
Instruction:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Area Description:
St. Marys
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov