####018000809#### FZUS71 KLWX 232336 MWSLWX Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC 736 PM EDT Tue Apr 23 2024 ANZ531>534-240300- Chesapeake Bay from Pooles Island to Sandy Point MD- Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD- Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD- Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA- 736 PM EDT Tue Apr 23 2024 ...STRONG SOUTHERLY CHANNELING THIS EVENING... Strong southerly channeling is expected this evening over the main channel of the Chesapeake Bay between Pooles Island MD and Smith Point VA. Occasional wind gusts to near gale force are possible. Mariners, especially those who are inexperienced or operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating the waters. $$ DHOF