Coast Guard sets port condition Zulu for the coastal waters of Virginia and Maryland

Coast Guard sets port condition Zulu for the coastal waters of Virginia and Maryland
PORTSMOUTH, Va. — The Coast Guard captain of the port has set Port Condition Zulu for the coastal waters of the eastern shore of Maryland and Virginia Saturday due to the approach of Hurricane Sandy. Condition Zulu means gale force winds are possible within 12 hours. In order to safeguard vessels, ports and waterfront facilities from damage due to Hurricane Sandy, the captain of the port is establishing...