Coastal Flood Warnings/Watches/Statements
Issued by NWS Wakefield, VA
Issued by NWS Wakefield, VA
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CFWAKQ
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
245 AM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
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Westmoreland-Richmond-Northumberland-Lancaster-Middlesex-
Western Essex-Eastern Essex-
245 AM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...One to three feet of inundation above ground level
possible in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Westmoreland, Richmond, Northumberland, Lancaster,
Middlesex, Western Essex and Eastern Essex Counties.
* WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
LEWISETTA VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.0 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/11 AM 2.7 1.2 1.2 1 NONE
21/01 AM 3.0 1.5 1.3 1 MINOR
21/01 PM 2.9 1.4 1.3 1 NONE
22/01 AM 3.2 1.7 1.5 1 MINOR
22/02 PM 3.5 2.0 1.9 1 MODERATE
DAHLGREN/COLONIAL BEACH VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 7.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.6 FT, MODERATE 3.1 FT, MAJOR 5.1 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/01 AM 3.6 1.7 1.5 1 MINOR
20/01 PM 3.2 1.3 1.3 1 NONE
21/03 AM 3.6 1.7 1.5 1 MINOR
21/02 PM 3.2 1.3 1.2 1 NONE
22/03 AM 3.5 1.6 1.3 1 MINOR
22/03 PM 3.9 2.0 1.9 1 MINOR
TAPPAHANNOCK VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 0.9 FT, MODERATE 1.4 FT, MAJOR 1.9 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/12 PM 2.7 0.6 1.0 1 NONE
21/01 AM 3.3 1.2 1.2 1 MINOR
21/01 PM 3.0 0.9 1.2 1 MINOR
22/02 AM 3.6 1.5 1.4 1 MODERATE
22/02 PM 3.5 1.4 1.6 1 MODERATE
WINDMILL POINT VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.6 FT, MODERATE 2.1 FT, MAJOR 2.6 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/09 AM 2.5 1.1 1.1 1 NONE
20/10 PM 3.0 1.6 1.3 1 MINOR
21/10 AM 3.0 1.6 1.5 1 MINOR
21/11 PM 3.5 2.1 1.8 1 MODERATE
22/10 AM 3.5 2.1 2.0 1 MODERATE
22/11 PM 3.5 2.1 1.9 1 MODERATE
&&
$$
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Maryland Beaches-Accomack-Northampton-
245 AM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 7 AM EDT FRIDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip
currents is expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large
breaking waves of 10 to 12 feet expected in the surf zone. For
the Coastal Flood Watch, one to three feet of inundation above
ground level possible in low- lying areas near shorelines and
tidal waterways.
* WHERE...In Maryland, Maryland Beaches County. In Virginia,
Accomack and Northampton Counties.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Friday
evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 1 PM this afternoon
to 7 AM EDT Friday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Thursday
afternoon through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Very dangerous swimming and surfing
conditions are expected, as well as the wave action resulting in
significant beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Dangerous shore
break can throw a swimmer or surfer head first into the bottom
causing neck and back injuries.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
OCEAN CITY INLET MD
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.0 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.5 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/05 AM 3.2 0.7 1.1 1 NONE
20/07 PM 3.8 1.3 0.9 1 NONE
21/07 AM 3.8 1.3 1.6 1 NONE
21/08 PM 4.7 2.2 1.8 1 MINOR
22/08 AM 4.1 1.6 1.8 1 MINOR
22/08 PM 4.2 1.7 1.4 1 MINOR
SAXIS VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/11 AM 3.3 0.8 1.1 1 NONE
20/11 PM 3.8 1.3 1.0 1-2 NONE
21/11 AM 3.4 0.9 1.0 2-3 NONE
22/12 AM 4.1 1.6 1.2 3 NONE
22/12 PM 4.3 1.8 1.8 3 NONE
NASSAWADOX CREEK AT BAYFORD VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.0 FT, MODERATE 1.5 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/08 AM 2.8 0.8 1.2 1 NONE
20/09 PM 3.3 1.3 1.2 2 MINOR
21/10 AM 3.2 1.2 1.5 4 MINOR
21/10 PM 3.9 1.9 1.8 5 MODERATE
22/10 AM 3.7 1.7 2.0 3-4 MODERATE
22/11 PM 3.7 1.7 1.7 1 MODERATE
CHINCOTEAGUE INLET VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.7 FT, MODERATE 2.2 FT, MAJOR 3.2 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/06 AM 3.2 0.4 0.4 6 NONE
20/07 PM 4.0 1.2 0.5 4-5 NONE
21/07 AM 3.6 0.8 0.7 6-8 NONE
21/08 PM 5.1 2.3 1.6 7-8 MODERATE
22/07 AM 4.7 1.9 1.7 1 MINOR
22/08 PM 4.9 2.1 1.4 1 MINOR
WACHAPREAGUE VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 6.5 FT, MODERATE 7.5 FT, MAJOR 8.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/06 AM 5.0 0.5 1.3 1 NONE
20/07 PM 6.1 1.6 1.3 1 NONE
21/07 AM 5.2 0.7 1.3 1 NONE
21/08 PM 6.8 2.3 2.0 1 MINOR
22/08 AM 6.8 2.3 2.7 1 MINOR
22/09 PM 7.4 2.9 2.6 1 MINOR
TANGIER ISLAND, VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.2 FT, MODERATE 3.8 FT, MAJOR 4.2 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.4 FT, MODERATE 1.9 FT, MAJOR 2.4 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/10 AM 2.8 1.0 1.5 1 NONE
20/11 PM 3.4 1.6 1.5 1 MINOR
21/11 AM 3.0 1.1 1.6 1 NONE
21/11 PM 3.8 2.0 2.0 1 MODERATE
22/12 PM 3.7 1.9 2.2 1 MINOR
HARBORTON VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.5 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/10 AM 3.1 1.1 1.3 1 NONE
20/10 PM 3.6 1.6 1.4 1 NONE
21/11 AM 3.5 1.5 1.6 1 NONE
21/11 PM 4.0 2.0 1.8 1 NONE
22/12 PM 4.2 2.2 2.2 1 NONE
KIPTOPEKE VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.0 FT, MAJOR 2.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/07 AM 3.6 0.6 1.0 1 NONE
20/07 PM 4.1 1.1 0.9 2 NONE
21/08 AM 4.1 1.1 1.3 4-5 NONE
21/08 PM 5.4 2.4 2.2 5 MODERATE
22/09 AM 5.0 2.0 2.1 3-4 MODERATE
22/09 PM 4.9 1.9 1.7 2 MINOR
OYSTER VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 7.0 FT, MODERATE 7.5 FT, MAJOR 8.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.4 FT, MODERATE 2.9 FT, MAJOR 3.9 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/07 AM 5.2 0.6 1.3 1 NONE
20/07 PM 6.9 2.3 1.2 1 NONE
21/08 AM 5.8 1.2 1.6 1 NONE
21/08 PM 8.4 3.8 2.6 1 MODERATE
22/08 AM 7.1 2.5 2.7 1 MINOR
22/09 PM 7.9 3.3 2.2 1 MODERATE
&&
$$
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Eastern Currituck-Virginia Beach-
245 AM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 7 AM EDT FRIDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip
currents is expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large
breaking waves of 10 to 14 feet expected in the surf zone. For
the Coastal Flood Watch, one to three feet of inundation above
ground level possible in low- lying areas near shorelines and
tidal waterways.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Eastern Currituck County. In
Virginia, Virginia Beach.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Friday
evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 1 PM this afternoon
to 7 AM EDT Friday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Thursday
afternoon through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Very dangerous swimming and surfing
conditions are expected, as well as the wave action resulting in
significant beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Dangerous shore
break can throw a swimmer or surfer head first into the bottom
causing neck and back injuries.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
SEWELLS POINT VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.7 FT, MODERATE 2.7 FT, MAJOR 3.7 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/07 AM 3.6 0.8 1.2 2 NONE
20/08 PM 4.3 1.5 1.3 3 NONE
21/08 AM 4.5 1.7 1.9 5 MINOR
21/09 PM 5.9 3.1 2.9 5 MODERATE
22/09 AM 5.2 2.4 2.5 3 MINOR
22/09 PM 4.9 2.1 1.9 1-2 MINOR
CHESAPEAKE BAY BRIDGE TUNNEL VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 5.0 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.1 FT, MODERATE 2.6 FT, MAJOR 3.1 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/07 AM 3.6 0.7 1.0 2 NONE
20/07 PM 4.4 1.5 1.2 2-3 NONE
21/08 AM 4.5 1.6 1.8 6-7 NONE
21/08 PM 5.7 2.8 2.5 7 MODERATE
22/08 AM 5.2 2.3 2.3 4-5 MINOR
22/08 PM 5.0 2.1 1.9 2-3 MINOR
LYNNHAVEN INLET VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.8 FT, MODERATE 2.3 FT, MAJOR 2.8 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/07 AM 3.5 0.8 1.3 1 NONE
20/08 PM 4.3 1.6 1.5 1 NONE
21/08 AM 4.6 1.9 2.3 1 MINOR
21/09 PM 5.8 3.1 3.0 1 MAJOR
22/09 AM 5.2 2.5 2.7 1 MODERATE
22/09 PM 5.0 2.3 2.2 1 MODERATE
COROLLA NC
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 5.5 FT, MODERATE 6.0 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.8 FT, MODERATE 2.3 FT, MAJOR 2.8 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/05 AM 4.0 0.3 1.0 5 NONE
20/07 PM 5.1 1.4 1.1 6-8 NONE
21/07 AM 5.2 1.5 2.0 11-12 NONE
21/07 PM 6.8 3.1 2.7 10 MAJOR
22/07 AM 5.8 2.1 2.4 9-10 MINOR
22/07 PM 5.7 2.0 1.8 7 MINOR
&&
$$
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Inland Worcester-
245 AM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...One to three feet of inundation above ground level
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Inland Worcester County.
* WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
OCEAN CITY INLET MD
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.0 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.5 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/05 AM 3.2 0.7 1.1 1 NONE
20/07 PM 3.8 1.3 0.9 1 NONE
21/07 AM 3.8 1.3 1.6 1 NONE
21/08 PM 4.7 2.2 1.8 1 MINOR
22/08 AM 4.1 1.6 1.8 1 MINOR
22/08 PM 4.2 1.7 1.4 1 MINOR
&&
$$
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Charles City-Surry-James City-Isle of Wight-Norfolk/Portsmouth-
Suffolk-Chesapeake-York-Newport News-Hampton/Poquoson-
245 AM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...One to three feet of inundation above ground level
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Charles City, Surry, James City, Isle of Wight,
Norfolk/Portsmouth, York, Newport News and Hampton/Poquoson
Counties, and Suffolk and Chesapeake.
* WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
JAMES RIVER AT SCOTLAND/JAMESTOWN VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.0 FT, MODERATE 4.5 FT, MAJOR 5.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.8 FT, MODERATE 2.3 FT, MAJOR 2.8 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/10 AM 3.2 1.0 1.2 1 NONE
20/11 PM 3.8 1.6 1.3 1 NONE
21/11 AM 3.7 1.5 1.6 1 NONE
22/12 AM 4.8 2.6 2.3 1 MODERATE
22/11 AM 4.6 2.4 2.5 1 MODERATE
SEWELLS POINT VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.7 FT, MODERATE 2.7 FT, MAJOR 3.7 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/07 AM 3.6 0.8 1.2 2 NONE
20/08 PM 4.3 1.5 1.3 3 NONE
21/08 AM 4.5 1.7 1.9 5 MINOR
21/09 PM 5.9 3.1 2.9 5 MODERATE
22/09 AM 5.2 2.4 2.5 3 MINOR
22/09 PM 4.9 2.1 1.9 1-2 MINOR
SMITHFIELD, VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.5 FT, MODERATE 4.0 FT, MAJOR 4.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 0.7 FT, MODERATE 1.2 FT, MAJOR 1.7 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/09 AM 2.6 -0.2 -0.2 1 NONE
20/10 PM 3.4 0.6 0.0 1 NONE
21/10 AM 3.5 0.7 0.5 1 MINOR
21/10 PM 4.6 1.8 1.1 1 MAJOR
22/11 AM 4.1 1.3 1.0 1 MODERATE
22/11 PM 4.1 1.3 0.7 1 MODERATE
CHESAPEAKE BAY BRIDGE TUNNEL VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 5.0 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.1 FT, MODERATE 2.6 FT, MAJOR 3.1 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/07 AM 3.6 0.7 1.0 2 NONE
20/07 PM 4.4 1.5 1.2 2-3 NONE
21/08 AM 4.5 1.6 1.8 6-7 NONE
21/08 PM 5.7 2.8 2.5 7 MODERATE
22/08 AM 5.2 2.3 2.3 4-5 MINOR
22/08 PM 5.0 2.1 1.9 2-3 MINOR
MONEY POINT VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 5.0 FT, MODERATE 6.0 FT, MAJOR 7.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.8 FT, MODERATE 2.8 FT, MAJOR 3.8 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/07 AM 4.0 0.8 1.2 1 NONE
20/08 PM 4.7 1.5 1.3 1 NONE
21/09 AM 4.9 1.7 1.9 1 NONE
21/09 PM 6.1 2.9 2.7 1 MODERATE
22/09 AM 5.5 2.3 2.4 1 MINOR
22/10 PM 5.2 2.0 1.8 1 MINOR
ELIZABETH RIVER AT MIDTOWN TUNNEL VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 5.0 FT, MODERATE 6.0 FT, MAJOR 7.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/08 AM 4.0 1.0 1.2 1 NONE
20/08 PM 4.7 1.7 1.3 1 NONE
21/09 AM 5.1 2.1 2.1 1 MINOR
21/09 PM 6.2 3.2 2.7 1 MODERATE
22/10 AM 5.5 2.5 2.4 1 MINOR
22/10 PM 5.4 2.4 2.0 1 MINOR
WESTERN BRANCH OF THE ELIZABETH RIVER VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 5.0 FT, MODERATE 6.0 FT, MAJOR 7.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 2.0 FT, MODERATE 3.0 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/07 AM 3.9 0.9 1.2 1 NONE
20/08 PM 4.7 1.7 1.4 1 NONE
21/09 AM 4.7 1.7 1.9 1 NONE
21/09 PM 6.1 3.1 2.7 1 MODERATE
22/09 AM 5.3 2.3 2.3 1 MINOR
22/10 PM 5.2 2.2 1.9 1 MINOR
YORKTOWN VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.9 FT, MODERATE 2.4 FT, MAJOR 2.9 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/07 AM 3.4 0.8 1.1 1 NONE
20/08 PM 4.2 1.6 1.3 1-2 NONE
21/09 AM 4.4 1.8 1.9 2 NONE
21/09 PM 5.1 2.5 2.2 2 MODERATE
22/09 AM 4.7 2.1 2.1 1 MINOR
22/10 PM 4.7 2.1 1.8 1 MINOR
FORT MONROE VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.7 FT, MODERATE 2.7 FT, MAJOR 3.2 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/07 AM 3.7 0.9 1.2 2 NONE
20/08 PM 4.4 1.6 1.3 3 NONE
21/08 AM 4.6 1.8 2.0 5 MINOR
21/09 PM 5.6 2.8 2.5 5 MODERATE
22/09 AM 5.2 2.4 2.4 3 MINOR
22/10 PM 5.0 2.2 1.9 1-2 MINOR
&&
$$
VAZ083-084-086-518-520-201445-
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New Kent-Gloucester-Mathews-Eastern King William-
Eastern King and Queen-
245 AM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...One to three feet of inundation above ground level
possible in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...New Kent, Gloucester, Mathews, Eastern King William
and Eastern King and Queen Counties.
* WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
GYWNNS ISLAND VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.6 FT, MODERATE 2.1 FT, MAJOR 2.6 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/09 AM 2.1 0.8 0.9 1 NONE
20/10 PM 2.6 1.2 1.1 1 NONE
21/10 AM 2.8 1.5 1.5 1 NONE
21/10 PM 3.4 2.1 1.9 1 MINOR
22/11 AM 3.3 2.0 1.9 1 MINOR
22/11 PM 3.1 1.8 1.6 1 MINOR
WEST POINT VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 5.0 FT, MODERATE 6.0 FT, MAJOR 7.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.5 FT, MODERATE 2.5 FT, MAJOR 3.5 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/10 AM 4.4 0.9 1.6 1 NONE
20/10 PM 5.2 1.7 1.8 1 MINOR
21/11 AM 5.1 1.6 2.1 1 MINOR
21/11 PM 6.1 2.6 2.6 1 MODERATE
22/11 AM 5.5 2.0 2.4 1 MINOR
WARE RIVER AT SCHLEY VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.5 FT, MAJOR 6.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.8 FT, MODERATE 2.8 FT, MAJOR 3.8 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/07 AM 3.5 0.8 1.0 1 NONE
20/08 PM 4.3 1.6 1.2 1 NONE
21/08 AM 4.0 1.3 1.4 1 NONE
21/09 PM 5.1 2.4 2.0 1 MINOR
22/09 AM 4.9 2.2 2.1 1 MINOR
22/10 PM 5.0 2.3 1.9 1 MINOR
YORKTOWN VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 4.5 FT, MODERATE 5.0 FT, MAJOR 5.5 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.9 FT, MODERATE 2.4 FT, MAJOR 2.9 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/07 AM 3.4 0.8 1.1 1 NONE
20/08 PM 4.2 1.6 1.3 1-2 NONE
21/09 AM 4.4 1.8 1.9 2 NONE
21/09 PM 5.1 2.5 2.2 2 MODERATE
22/09 AM 4.7 2.1 2.1 1 MINOR
22/10 PM 4.7 2.1 1.8 1 MINOR
WINDMILL POINT VA
MLLW CATEGORIES - MINOR 3.0 FT, MODERATE 3.5 FT, MAJOR 4.0 FT
MHHW CATEGORIES - MINOR 1.6 FT, MODERATE 2.1 FT, MAJOR 2.6 FT
TOTAL TOTAL DEPARTURE
DAY/TIME TIDE TIDE FROM NORM WAVES FLOOD
FT MLLW FT MHHW FT FT IMPACT
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
20/09 AM 2.5 1.1 1.1 1 NONE
20/10 PM 3.0 1.6 1.3 1 MINOR
21/10 AM 3.0 1.6 1.5 1 MINOR
21/11 PM 3.5 2.1 1.8 1 MODERATE
22/10 AM 3.5 2.1 2.0 1 MODERATE
22/11 PM 3.5 2.1 1.9 1 MODERATE
&&
$$