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October 19, 2026

The voice of Accomack and Northampton counties on Virginia’s Eastern Shore

Woman Swept Out to Sea Rescued by Coast Guard

Woman Swept Out to Sea Rescued by Coast Guard

Submitted Article — The Coast Guard rescued a 67-year-old woman after she was swept out to sea from Metompkin Inlet on Friday. Watchstanders at Coast Guard Sector Virginia received notification from Accomack County dispatch. The woman’s husband called 911 after...