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Small Craft Advisory — James River from JRB to HRBT, Including the Elizabeth River, AN
Issued
Expires
6:00 AM CDT · Wed, Sep 23 2026
Issuing Office
NWS KAKQ

Affected Areas

James River from JRB to HRBT, Including the Elizabeth River, AN

Official Bulletin

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25
kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft expected. For the
Gale Watch, northeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt
and seas 9 to 14 ft possible.

* WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague
VA out 20 NM and Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore
Island VA out 20 NM.

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

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

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