Headline:
Coastal Flood Watch issued September 23 at 3:00AM EDT until September 25 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Coastal Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
September 23, 2026 - 12:00am
Expires:
September 23, 2026 - 8:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level in low lying areas due to tidal
flooding. For the Coastal Flood Watch, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level possible in low lying areas due
to tidal flooding.
* WHERE...Shoreline in St. Marys County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this
evening, especially around the time of high tide. For the
Coastal Flood Watch, from this evening through Friday
afternoon, especially around the time of high tide.
* IMPACTS...At 3.5 feet, water covers roads on Saint George
Island, is in yards, and is approaching structures. To the
east, inundation is occurring at multiple marinas off St.
Mary's River, Smith Creek, and Jutland Creek.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tides two and a half to three feet above
normal. The next high tide at Coltons Point is at 1:31 PM and
1:46 AM. The next high tide at Point Lookout is at 11:43 AM and
12:04 AM. The next high tide at Piney Point is at 12:55 PM and
1:10 AM.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
St. Marys
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov