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Marine Weather Statement for 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 +1 more

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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...

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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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    Marine Weather Statement issued August 21 at 3:04AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Wakefield VA. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.

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