MID ATLANTIC STATES WATERS

SYNOPSIS...A weak high pressure ridge will move E of the area this evening, while a strong cold front approaches the coast. The cold front will move offshore tonight, then clear E of the waters by early Tue. High pressure will gradually build E toward the coast Tue, settle offshore Tue night, then shift E of the area Wed and Wed night. Another cold front will approach from the NW Wed night, then move across the waters Thu into Thu night. Another stronger cold front will approach from the NW Fri, then move SE across the waters Fri night. The front will stall along the S portions Sat and Sat night, while a strong high pressure builds SE over the northern areas. Low pressure may develop along the stalled front just off the coast later Sat and Sat night. Mariners are advised to monitor later forecasts for updates on the potential coastal system this weekend. The NAVTEX transmitter in Charleston is not operational at this time. Technicians are aware, and parts have been ordered.