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weather NWS severe Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA September 4, 2026 at 3:27 AM

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...

* Until 100 AM EDT.

* At 1126 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over White Point Beach, moving east at 15 knots.

HAZARD...Wind gusts 34 knots or greater.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Boaters in small craft could be thrown overboard by suddenly higher winds and waves capsizing their vessel.

* Locations impacted include..

Local conditions in Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA 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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