Special Marine Warning Issued for Virginia Coastal Waters
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NWS Wakefield VA has issued a Special Marine Warning for coastal waters from Chincoteague to Cape Charles Light VA until 4:15 PM EDT due to a severe thunderstorm capable of producing waterspouts.
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- Record type
- Special Marine Warning
- Affected area
- Virginia Coastal Waters
- Issued
- August 28, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Wakefield VA
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Alert Details
A Special Marine Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Wakefield VA. The alert is effective from 3:14 PM EDT on August 28, 2026, until 4:15 PM EDT on August 28, 2026.
Affected Areas
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. Impacted locations include Wachapreague Reef, Wachapreague Inlet, Quinby Inlet, and Parramore Island.
What You Should Do
Move to safe harbor until hazardous weather passes.
Expected Conditions
A severe thunderstorm capable of producing waterspouts was located over Wachapreague Reef, moving southwest at 5 knots. Hazards include waterspouts and wind gusts 34 knots or greater.
Timeline
The warning is in effect from 3:14 PM EDT until 4:15 PM EDT on August 28, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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