< Dense Fog Advisory - Minor | Effective 05/24/2026 21:55

Dense Fog Advisory - Minor | Effective 05/24/2026 21:55

Headline: 
Dense Fog Advisory issued May 25 at 12:55AM EDT until May 25 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event: 
Dense Fog Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 24, 2026 - 9:55pm
Expires: 
May 25, 2026 - 6:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, dense fog will reduce visibility to 1/4 to 1/2 NM. For the Small Craft Advisory, seas 4 to 5 ft. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 NM and Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 NM. * WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 10 AM EDT this morning. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 AM EDT early this morning. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Low visibility will make navigation difficult.
Instruction: 
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. If you must navigate, proceed with caution. Use proper fog signals. Make sure all running lights are on. Remember to use your radar and compass.
Area Description: 
Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 NM; Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 NM
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wakefield VA