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weather NWS none September 5, 2026 at 5:08 PM

Special Marine Warning

SMWLWX

The National Weather Service in Sterling Virginia has issued a

* Special Marine Warning for... Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA... Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD...

* Until 215 PM EDT.

* At 1214 PM EDT, strong thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 14 nm west of Brent Point to 13 nm southwest of Aquia Creek to 24 nm southwest of Fairview Beach, moving east at 30 knots.

HAZARD...Wind gusts 34 knots or greater.

SOURCE...Radar indica

Local conditions may affect travel, public safety, or daily routines. Stay informed and adjust plans if conditions change.

This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.

Residents should be prepared for possible effects on travel, public safety, and daily routines while the situation remains active.

Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.

Alert USA is tracking this developing situation and will update this report as verified information becomes available.

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