Active AlertsOcean City, MD
Winter Weather Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory
What: For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7 to 11 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
Where: In Maryland, the Maryland Beaches. In Virginia, Accomack County.
When: For the High Surf Advisory, from 1 AM Sunday to 4 AM EST Monday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 3 AM to 11 AM EST Sunday.
Impacts: Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns near the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
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.
Wind Advisory
What: For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 3 below expected. For the Wind Advisory, north winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
Where: Inland Worcester, Maryland Beaches, Somerset, and Wicomico Counties.
When: For the first Cold Weather Advisory, second Cold Weather Advisory, and third Cold Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to 4 PM EST Sunday.
Impacts: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The cold wind chills as low as zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Cold Weather Advisory
What: For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 3 below expected. For the Wind Advisory, north winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
Where: Inland Worcester, Maryland Beaches, Somerset, and Wicomico Counties.
When: For the first Cold Weather Advisory, second Cold Weather Advisory, and third Cold Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to 4 PM EST Sunday.
Impacts: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The cold wind chills as low as zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
High Surf Advisory
What: For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7 to 11 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
Where: In Maryland, the Maryland Beaches. In Virginia, Accomack County.
When: For the High Surf Advisory, from 1 AM Sunday to 4 AM EST Monday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 3 AM to 11 AM EST Sunday.
Impacts: Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns near the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
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.