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2025 [KLWX] BALTIMORE_MD/_WASHINGTON_DC Gale (GL) Watch (A) Number 11

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Storm Based Warning History

912 
WHUS71 KLWX 181747
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
147 PM EDT Tue Mar 18 2025

ANZ533-534-537-541>543-190200-
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0047.000000T0000Z-250318T1900Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.GL.A.0011.250320T2200Z-250321T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
147 PM EDT Tue Mar 18 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 15 
  kt with gusts up to 20 kt. For the Gale Watch, northwest winds 
  20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft 
  possible.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from North Beach MD to Smith Point VA, 
  Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA, Choptank 
  River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River, Patuxent 
  River to Broomes Island MD, and Tangier Sound and the inland 
  waters surrounding Bloodsworth Island.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 PM EDT this 
  afternoon. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through 
  Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

ANZ530>532-535-536-538>540-190200-
/O.NEW.KLWX.GL.A.0011.250320T2200Z-250321T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
147 PM EDT Tue Mar 18 2025

...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  waves 2 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay north of North Beach MD, Patapsco River 
  including Baltimore Harbor, Chester River to Queenstown MD, 
  and Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$
803 
WHUS71 KLWX 190159
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
959 PM EDT Tue Mar 18 2025

ANZ530>543-191000-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.A.0011.250320T2200Z-250321T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
959 PM EDT Tue Mar 18 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  waves 2 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay north of North Beach MD, Patapsco River 
  including Baltimore Harbor, Chester River to Queenstown MD, 
  and Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$
360 
WHUS71 KLWX 190708
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
308 AM EDT Wed Mar 19 2025

ANZ532>534-537-540-541-543-192000-
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0048.250320T0400Z-250320T2200Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.A.0011.250320T2200Z-250321T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
308 AM EDT Wed Mar 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 PM
EDT THURSDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the Gale Watch, northwest 
  winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft 
  possible.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point MD to Smith Point VA, 
  Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA, Eastern 
  Bay, Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank 
  River, and Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding 
  Bloodsworth Island.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from midnight tonight to 
  6 PM EDT Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening 
  through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

ANZ530-531-535-536-538-539-542-192000-
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0048.250320T1200Z-250320T2200Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.A.0011.250320T2200Z-250321T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
308 AM EDT Wed Mar 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 6 PM EDT
THURSDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 15 kt 
  with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the Gale Watch, northwest 
  winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft 
  possible.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay north of Sandy Point MD, Patapsco River 
  including Baltimore Harbor, Chester River to Queenstown MD, 
  and Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 8 AM to 6 PM EDT 
  Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through 
  Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$
773 
WHUS71 KLWX 191837
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
237 PM EDT Wed Mar 19 2025

ANZ532>534-537-540-541-543-200245-
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0048.250320T0400Z-250320T2200Z/
/O.UPG.KLWX.GL.A.0011.250320T2200Z-250321T2200Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.GL.W.0013.250320T2200Z-250321T1800Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
237 PM EDT Wed Mar 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT
TO 6 PM EDT THURSDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THURSDAY TO 2 PM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the Gale Warning, 
  northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 
  to 5 ft expected.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point MD to Smith Point VA, 
  Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA, Eastern 
  Bay, Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank 
  River, and Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding 
  Bloodsworth Island.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from midnight tonight to 
  6 PM EDT Thursday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM Thursday to 
  2 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ530-531-535-536-538-539-542-200245-
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0048.250320T1200Z-250320T2200Z/
/O.UPG.KLWX.GL.A.0011.250320T2200Z-250321T2200Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.GL.W.0013.250320T2200Z-250321T1800Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
237 PM EDT Wed Mar 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 6 PM EDT
THURSDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THURSDAY TO 2 PM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 15 kt 
  with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the Gale Warning, 
  northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 
  to 4 ft expected.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay north of Sandy Point MD, Patapsco River 
  including Baltimore Harbor, Chester River to Queenstown MD, 
  and Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 8 AM to 6 PM EDT 
  Thursday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM Thursday to 2 PM EDT 
  Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AVS
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912 
WHUS71 KLWX 181747
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
147 PM EDT Tue Mar 18 2025

ANZ533-534-537-541>543-190200-
/O.EXT.KLWX.SC.Y.0047.000000T0000Z-250318T1900Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.GL.A.0011.250320T2200Z-250321T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
147 PM EDT Tue Mar 18 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 15 
  kt with gusts up to 20 kt. For the Gale Watch, northwest winds 
  20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft 
  possible.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from North Beach MD to Smith Point VA, 
  Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA, Choptank 
  River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River, Patuxent 
  River to Broomes Island MD, and Tangier Sound and the inland 
  waters surrounding Bloodsworth Island.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 PM EDT this 
  afternoon. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through 
  Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

ANZ530>532-535-536-538>540-190200-
/O.NEW.KLWX.GL.A.0011.250320T2200Z-250321T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
147 PM EDT Tue Mar 18 2025

...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  waves 2 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay north of North Beach MD, Patapsco River 
  including Baltimore Harbor, Chester River to Queenstown MD, 
  and Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$
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803 
WHUS71 KLWX 190159
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
959 PM EDT Tue Mar 18 2025

ANZ530>543-191000-
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.A.0011.250320T2200Z-250321T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
959 PM EDT Tue Mar 18 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  waves 2 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay north of North Beach MD, Patapsco River 
  including Baltimore Harbor, Chester River to Queenstown MD, 
  and Eastern Bay.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$
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360 
WHUS71 KLWX 190708
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
308 AM EDT Wed Mar 19 2025

ANZ532>534-537-540-541-543-192000-
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0048.250320T0400Z-250320T2200Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.A.0011.250320T2200Z-250321T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
308 AM EDT Wed Mar 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 PM
EDT THURSDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the Gale Watch, northwest 
  winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft 
  possible.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point MD to Smith Point VA, 
  Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA, Eastern 
  Bay, Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank 
  River, and Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding 
  Bloodsworth Island.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from midnight tonight to 
  6 PM EDT Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening 
  through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

ANZ530-531-535-536-538-539-542-192000-
/O.NEW.KLWX.SC.Y.0048.250320T1200Z-250320T2200Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.GL.A.0011.250320T2200Z-250321T2200Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
308 AM EDT Wed Mar 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 6 PM EDT
THURSDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 15 kt 
  with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the Gale Watch, northwest 
  winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft 
  possible.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay north of Sandy Point MD, Patapsco River 
  including Baltimore Harbor, Chester River to Queenstown MD, 
  and Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 8 AM to 6 PM EDT 
  Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday evening through 
  Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$
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773 
WHUS71 KLWX 191837
MWWLWX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
237 PM EDT Wed Mar 19 2025

ANZ532>534-537-540-541-543-200245-
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0048.250320T0400Z-250320T2200Z/
/O.UPG.KLWX.GL.A.0011.250320T2200Z-250321T2200Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.GL.W.0013.250320T2200Z-250321T1800Z/
Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD-
Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA-
Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA-Eastern Bay-
Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank River-
Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding Bloodsworth
Island-
237 PM EDT Wed Mar 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT
TO 6 PM EDT THURSDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THURSDAY TO 2 PM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the Gale Warning, 
  northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 
  to 5 ft expected.

* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point MD to Smith Point VA, 
  Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA, Eastern 
  Bay, Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Little Choptank 
  River, and Tangier Sound and the inland waters surrounding 
  Bloodsworth Island.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from midnight tonight to 
  6 PM EDT Thursday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM Thursday to 
  2 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

ANZ530-531-535-536-538-539-542-200245-
/O.CON.KLWX.SC.Y.0048.250320T1200Z-250320T2200Z/
/O.UPG.KLWX.GL.A.0011.250320T2200Z-250321T2200Z/
/O.NEW.KLWX.GL.W.0013.250320T2200Z-250321T1800Z/
Chesapeake Bay north of Pooles Island MD-
Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD-
Tidal Potomac from Key Bridge to Indian Head MD-
Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD-
Patapsco River including Baltimore Harbor-
Chester River to Queenstown MD-
Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD-
237 PM EDT Wed Mar 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 6 PM EDT
THURSDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THURSDAY TO 2 PM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 15 kt 
  with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the Gale Warning, 
  northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 
  to 4 ft expected.

* WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, 
  Chesapeake Bay north of Sandy Point MD, Patapsco River 
  including Baltimore Harbor, Chester River to Queenstown MD, 
  and Patuxent River to Broomes Island MD.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 8 AM to 6 PM EDT 
  Thursday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM Thursday to 2 PM EDT 
  Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AVS

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