Headline:
High Surf Advisory issued September 22 at 7:34PM EDT until September 24 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
High Surf Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 22, 2026 - 4:34pm
Expires:
September 23, 2026 - 12:45am
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 High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM EDT Thursday.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 4 PM EDT Wednesday. For
the Beach Hazards Statement, through Wednesday evening. 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