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Breezy and Warm Today

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A warm and breezy day is expected across the region today. Mostly sunny and dry conditions will prevail, with afternoon high temperatures reaching the lower to mid 80s for inland areas. Immediate coastal locations will remain slightly cooler, with highs in the 70s. Increased Fire Danger: Please be advised that there is an increased risk of fire danger today for central and eastern Virginia. The combination of dry conditions and breezy afternoon winds will make it easier for fires to start and spread. Please exercise caution and follow local burning regulations. Looking Ahead: Moisture will begin to increase Wednesday into Thursday, bringing the potential for beneficial rainfall and a few scattered thunderstorms.

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Small Craft Advisories in effect for waters north of Parramore Island today and tonight. Remaining coastal advisories expire at 4am this morning. Southwest to South winds of 15 to 20 knots today. Similar conditions tomorrow, but with added rain from a cold front.

Small Craft Advisories in effect for the bay and lower James River through tonight. Upper tidal rivers also have SCAs during the day today. South winds of 15 to 20 knots forecast today and tomorrow. A cold front brings a chance of rain late tomorrow.