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Home Return to list Small Craft Advisory 0025 Issued by the Wakefield Forecast Office
Action: New Issued At: 2026-02-21 23:57:08 933 WHUS71 KAKQ 220556 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ650-652-654-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, north to northwest winds 40 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ ANZ630-631-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ632-634-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ656-658-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ633-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ638-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ635>637-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ Action: New Issued At: 2026-02-21 23:57:08 933 WHUS71 KAKQ 220556 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ650-652-654-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, north to northwest winds 40 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ ANZ630-631-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ632-634-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ656-658-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ633-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ638-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ635>637-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ Action: New Issued At: 2026-02-21 23:57:08 933 WHUS71 KAKQ 220556 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ650-652-654-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, north to northwest winds 40 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ ANZ630-631-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ632-634-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ656-658-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ633-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ638-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ635>637-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ Action: New Issued At: 2026-02-21 23:57:08 933 WHUS71 KAKQ 220556 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ650-652-654-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, north to northwest winds 40 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ ANZ630-631-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ632-634-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ656-658-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ633-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ638-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ635>637-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ Action: New Issued At: 2026-02-21 23:57:08 933 WHUS71 KAKQ 220556 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ650-652-654-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, north to northwest winds 40 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ ANZ630-631-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ632-634-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ656-658-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ633-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ638-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ635>637-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ Action: New Issued At: 2026-02-21 23:57:08 933 WHUS71 KAKQ 220556 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ650-652-654-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, north to northwest winds 40 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ ANZ630-631-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ632-634-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ656-658-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ633-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ638-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ635>637-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ Action: New Issued At: 2026-02-21 23:57:08 933 WHUS71 KAKQ 220556 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ650-652-654-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, north to northwest winds 40 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ ANZ630-631-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ632-634-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ656-658-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ633-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ638-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1200Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ635>637-221400- /O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 1256 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ Action: Time Extended Issued At: 2026-02-22 04:49:06 327 WHUS71 KAKQ 221048 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ632-634-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ656-658-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ633-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ638-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ635>637-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, north to northwest winds 40 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-02-22 04:49:06 327 WHUS71 KAKQ 221048 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ632-634-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ656-658-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ633-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ638-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ635>637-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, north to northwest winds 40 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Time Extended Issued At: 2026-02-22 04:49:06 327 WHUS71 KAKQ 221048 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ632-634-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ656-658-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ633-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ638-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ635>637-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, north to northwest winds 40 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-02-22 04:49:06 327 WHUS71 KAKQ 221048 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ632-634-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ656-658-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ633-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ638-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ635>637-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, north to northwest winds 40 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Time Extended Issued At: 2026-02-22 04:49:06 327 WHUS71 KAKQ 221048 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ632-634-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ656-658-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ633-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ638-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ635>637-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, north to northwest winds 40 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-02-22 04:49:06 327 WHUS71 KAKQ 221048 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ632-634-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ656-658-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ633-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ638-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ635>637-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, north to northwest winds 40 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Time Extended Issued At: 2026-02-22 04:49:06 327 WHUS71 KAKQ 221048 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ632-634-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ656-658-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ633-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ638-221900- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1048Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ635>637-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-221900- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.260222T1500Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 548 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. For the Storm Warning, north to northwest winds 40 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-02-22 09:12:16 799 WHUS71 KAKQ 221512 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ632-634-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ656-658-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ633-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ638-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ635>637-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-02-22 09:12:16 799 WHUS71 KAKQ 221512 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ632-634-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ656-658-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ633-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ638-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ635>637-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-02-22 09:12:16 799 WHUS71 KAKQ 221512 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ632-634-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ656-658-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ633-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ638-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ635>637-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-02-22 09:12:16 799 WHUS71 KAKQ 221512 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ632-634-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ656-658-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ633-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ638-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ635>637-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-02-22 09:12:16 799 WHUS71 KAKQ 221512 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ632-634-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ656-658-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ633-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ638-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ635>637-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-02-22 09:12:16 799 WHUS71 KAKQ 221512 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ632-634-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ656-658-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ633-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ638-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ635>637-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-02-22 09:12:16 799 WHUS71 KAKQ 221512 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ632-634-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ656-658-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ633-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ638-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ635>637-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2300Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2300Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM EST this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-222315- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 1012 AM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Time Extended Issued At: 2026-02-22 14:27:39 857 WHUS71 KAKQ 222027 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ632-634-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ656-658-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ633-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ638-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ635>637-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-230430- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Time Extended Issued At: 2026-02-22 14:27:39 857 WHUS71 KAKQ 222027 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ632-634-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ656-658-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ633-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ638-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ635>637-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-230430- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Time Extended Issued At: 2026-02-22 14:27:39 857 WHUS71 KAKQ 222027 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ632-634-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ656-658-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ633-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ638-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ635>637-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-230430- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Time Extended Issued At: 2026-02-22 14:27:39 857 WHUS71 KAKQ 222027 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ632-634-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ656-658-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ633-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ638-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ635>637-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-230430- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-02-22 14:27:39 857 WHUS71 KAKQ 222027 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ632-634-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ656-658-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ633-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ638-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ635>637-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-230430- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Time Extended Issued At: 2026-02-22 14:27:39 857 WHUS71 KAKQ 222027 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ632-634-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ656-658-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ633-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ638-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ635>637-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-230430- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ Action: Time Extended Issued At: 2026-02-22 14:27:39 857 WHUS71 KAKQ 222027 MWWAKQ URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ANZ630-631-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA- Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA and Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ632-634-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA- Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay from New Point Comfort to Little Creek VA and Chesapeake Bay from Little Creek VA to Cape Henry VA including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ656-658-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm- Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia- North Carolina border out to 20 nm and Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ633-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Currituck Sound- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ638-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge- Tunnel- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...James River from James River Bridge to Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. && $$ ANZ635>637-230430- /O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.EXT.KAKQ.GL.W.0010.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point-York River- James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, north to northwest winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Rappahannock River from Urbanna to Windmill Point, York River and James River from Jamestown to the James River Bridge. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. 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. && $$ ANZ650-652-654-230430- /O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260222T2100Z/ /O.CON.KAKQ.SR.W.0003.260222T2100Z-260223T1800Z/ Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm- Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm- 327 PM EST Sun Feb 22 2026 ...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... ...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 8 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 nm, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 nm and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Storm Warning, until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. && $$ | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||