Station Name: Bishops Head
Data Source: NOAA Tides and Currents

Elevation Above Sea Level: 0 feet

Nearest Address:
1300 Phillips Gunning Club Rd
Crocheron, MD 21627
Dorchester County

GPS Coordinates: 38.22, -76.038333

Nearby Water Temperatures

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 1:43PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Effective: Sun April 12, 2026, 1:43 PM
Expires: Mon April 13, 2026, 5:00 AM

The combination of 10 hour fuel moistures around 8 to 10 percent relative humidities around 30 to 39 percent, and wind gusts around 20 to 25 mph will lead to an increased risk for the rapid spread of wildfires on Monday. Residents and visitors are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Additionally, exercise caution if operating any equipment that could create sparks and keep vehicles off of dry grass. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly. Lastly, remember to obey local burn bans. For more information about wildfire danger, burn restrictions, and wildfire prevention and education, please visit your state forestry or environmental protection website. For West Virginia, visit www.wvforestry.com For Maryland, visit dnr.maryland.gov For Virginia, visit dof.virginia.gov

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 2:23PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

Effective: Sun April 12, 2026, 2:23 PM
Expires: Mon April 13, 2026, 5:00 AM

The combination of low relative humidity values in the 25 to 30 percent range, dry fuels, and SW winds gusting up to 20-25 mph will result in an increased risk for the rapid spread of wildfires Monday across much of central and eastern Virginia, including the Richmond Metro area, the Virginia Piedmont, and inland portions of the Virginia Northern Neck. Residents are urged to exercise caution handling any potential ignition source, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches. Be sure to properly discard all smoking materials. Any dry grasses and tree litter that ignite will have the potential to spread quickly. Virginia residents are reminded that open burning is prohibited before 4 PM EDT each day through April 30th.