Small Craft Advisory Issued by National Weather Service

ALEXANDRIA, VA -- The National Weather Service has issued a Small Craft Advisory Tuesday, in effect through 9 p.m. for the Potomac River.

Winds are expected to reach 18 to 33 knots, producing hazardous wave conditions for small craft. Inexperienced boaters, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating the waters in these conditions, the weather service warns.

The Small Craft Advisory extends from Key Bridge to Indian Head, Md.

Patch photo of Belle Haven Marina