Headline:
High Surf Advisory issued September 22 at 2:57PM EDT until September 24 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
High Surf Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 22, 2026 - 11:57am
Expires:
September 23, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement,a high risk of rip
currents is expected. 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 High Surf
Advisory, large breaking waves of 9 to 13 feet expected in the
surf zone. 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 Beach Hazards Statement, through Wednesday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 4 PM EDT
Wednesday. For the High Surf Advisory, from 2 AM Wednesday to
6 PM EDT Thursday. For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 4 PM
Wednesday to 4 AM 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. Dangerous
swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Maryland Beaches; Accomack; Northampton
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov