Storm Warning Issued for Eastern Long Island Sound and Peconic Bays

Alert Details

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Upton, NY, has issued a Storm Warning for maritime regions in the Long Island Sound and surrounding bays. This alert is classified as a severe threat with immediate urgency.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions:

• Long Island Sound East of New Haven, CT and Port Jefferson, NY to the Mouth of the Connecticut River
• Long Island Sound East of the Mouth of the Connecticut River
• Peconic and Gardiners Bays

What You Should Do

Mariners are advised to take immediate precautions. The NWS recommends that mariners remain in port, alter course to avoid the storm, and/or secure their vessels for severe conditions. The primary response action is to avoid the hazard.

Expected Conditions

Mariners in the affected areas should prepare for the following hazards:

• Winds: North winds between 30 to 40 knots, with gusts reaching up to 55 knots.
• Seas: Significant wave heights of 6 to 9 feet are expected.
• Impacts: Storm-force winds and hazardous seas are likely to capsize or damage vessels and significantly reduce visibility.

Timeline

The Storm Warning is scheduled to go into effect starting at 7:00 PM EST on Sunday, February 22, 2026. The warning is currently set to expire at 6:00 PM EST on Monday, February 23, 2026.