Lexington Park, MD 20653 Weather Alerts

St. Mary's County10:35 PM EDT38.25°N, 76.45°W

Coastal Flood Advisory

Minor · Expected

Until 3:00 AM Fri·Issued 8:57 PM Thu Oct 22·NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 22 at 8:57PM EDT until October 23 at 3:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Details

What: Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low lying areas due to tidal flooding.

Where: Shoreline in St. Marys County.

When: From 10 PM this evening to 3 AM EDT Friday, 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 to two and a half feet above normal. The next high tide at Coltons Point is at 1:07 AM and 1:25 PM. The next high tide at Point Lookout is at 11:15 PM and 11:55 AM. The next high tide at Piney Point is at 12:31 AM and 12:49 PM.

What to do

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.

Areas: St. Marys

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