Summer officially begins in a few days. First Alert Meteorologist Bob Trihy explains the beginning of the summer season in this weeks Weather 101.
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EST TODAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and extremely rough waters. * WHERE...Delaware Bay waters north of East Point NJ to Slaughter Beach DE and Delaware Bay waters south of East Point NJ to Slaughter Beach DE. * WHEN...Until noon EST today. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. &&
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 AM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 45 to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...In Delaware, Kent, Delaware Beaches, and Inland Sussex Counties. In Maryland, Caroline, Kent MD, Queen Annes, and Talbot Counties. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. &&
Summer officially begins in a few days. First Alert Meteorologist Bob Trihy explains the beginning of the summer season in this weeks Weather 101.
A strong cold front will bring widespread rain and gusty winds to Delmarva late Wednesday evening into early Thursday. Gale warnings are in effect for coastal waters, while inland wind advisories may also be issued as the low-pressure system intensifies.