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[2022.03.23 PM] NWS Boston EM Briefing: Freezing Rain Tonight into Thursday
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 23 Mar '22

23 Mar '22

Good afternoon everyone. There are no significant changes to the previous forecast. You will find attached our one-page briefing, ice accumulation, and the Advisory/Watch/Warning map. Freezing rain and some sleet arrive late this evening, around midnight, with an accumulation of ice up to a tenth of an inch around 1,000 and above. Thank you, Torry Gaucher, Rodney Chai, and Hayden Frank If you have any questions or would like more information, don't hesitate to contact us via this email address, on NWSChat <https://nwschat.weather.gov/>, or at the following: National Weather Service Boston/Norton, MA 46 Commerce Way Norton, MA 02766 508.622.3280 Website <http://www.weather.gov/boston> | Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/NWSBoston> | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/NWSBoston>

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[2022.03.23 AM] NWS Boston EM Briefing: Freezing Rain Tonight into Thursday
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 23 Mar '22

23 Mar '22

Good morning, You'll find attached the updated briefing on some wintry precipitation late tonight into Thursday morning. There have been no changes to the previous forecast. Freezing rain with a bit of sleet is possible with ice accumulation up to a tenth of an inch above 1,000 ft elevation. Thank you, Bryce Williams and Bill Leatham If you have any questions or would like more information, don't hesitate to contact us via this email address, on NWSChat <https://nwschat.weather.gov/>, or at the following: National Weather Service Boston/Norton, MA 46 Commerce Way Norton, MA 02766 508.622.3280 Website <http://www.weather.gov/boston> | Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/NWSBoston> | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/NWSBoston>

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[2022.03.22 PM] NWS Boston EM Briefing: Freezing Rain Overnight Wednesday into Thursday
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 22 Mar '22

22 Mar '22

Good afternoon everyone. We are expecting some wintery precipitation late Wednesday night into Thursday morning. Freezing rain with a bit of sleet is possible with ice accumulation up to a tenth of an inch. Areas of concern are generally near and above 1,000 ft elevation. Winter Weather Advisory from 10 PM Wednesday to noon Thursday for higher terrain of the Berkshires, northern Worcester Hills, and Litchfield Hills. See attached image for advisory map. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute, mainly near and above 1,000 feet elevation. Next briefing by 6 AM Wednesday. - Meteorologist Torry Gaucher, Rodney Chai, and Hayden Frank If you have any questions or would like more information, don't hesitate to contact us via this email address, on NWSChat <https://nwschat.weather.gov/>, or at the following: National Weather Service Boston/Norton, MA 46 Commerce Way Norton, MA 02766 508.622.3280 Website <http://www.weather.gov/boston> | Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/NWSBoston> | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/NWSBoston>

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[2022.03.12 Noon] NWS Boston EM Briefing UPDATE: Today's Winter Storm & Strong Winds
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 12 Mar '22

12 Mar '22

Good afternoon, Following is a short update regarding the mid-March winter storm currently affecting Southern New England to keep you informed of current conditions and forecast expectations. *Changes Since Last Briefing*: - *Wind Advisory* now in effect for all of Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island EXCEPT for Litchfield County in Connecticut and Berkshire County in Massachusetts until early Sunday. *Key Points:* - Rain will fall heavy at times through 200 PM for eastern and southeastern Massachusetts. - Initial rains have already changed to snow for locations near and west of Worcester. Snow is still expected to fall heavy at times across portions of northern and western Connecticut and western and central Massachusetts through late this afternoon. Expect deteriorating travel conditions to be mainly confined to these areas. There have been no significant change to the forecast snow accumulations or winter weather advisories, with the highest snow totals expected across the higher terrain in the Berkshires, northern Worcester and Litchfield and northern Tolland Counties. - Across eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island, transition from rain to wet snow should take place between mid to late this afternoon, although lighter, less-intense snowfall rates will make for wet pavement with little if any travel difficulties. - As colder air surges eastward, northwest wind gusts will increase to 40 to 50 mph by late this afternoon into early tonight, with gusts at these levels continuing through early Sunday. Minor wind damage is possible, but especially across western sections of Massachusetts and Connecticut as trees become snow covered. Thank You! Meteorologists: Andrew Loconto, Hayden Frank and Rodney Chai If you have any questions or would like more information, don't hesitate to contact us via this email address, on NWSChat <https://nwschat.weather.gov/>, or at the following: National Weather Service Boston/Norton, MA 46 Commerce Way Norton, MA 02766 508.622.3280 Website <http://www.weather.gov/boston> | Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/NWSBoston> | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/NWSBoston>

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[2022.03.12 AM] NWS Boston EM Briefing: Saturday's Winter Storm & Strong Winds
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 12 Mar '22

12 Mar '22

Good morning, Below you will find this morning's one-page briefing and graphics on winter weather today and strong winds from late this afternoon into Sunday morning. *What has changed:* - Wind Advisory expanded into Hartford county Connecticut *Key Points:* - Rain changes to snow from northwest to southeast today, starting late in the morning near the Berkshires but not until later in the afternoon in Rhode Island and southeast Massachusetts. - Most of the accumulating snow will occur north and west of Hartford to Worcester, especially in the higher elevations. Initially, the snow may be heavy and wet when it changes over, but should transition to a lighter and fluffier snow this afternoon. - For Hartford to Worcester, including surrounding towns, an inch or two of snow, along with a period of sleet/ice pellets, will result in slippery travel - Strong northwest winds 40 to 50 mph late this afternoon into early Sunday, may result in minor wind damage such as some downed branches/tree limbs and wires. The strongest winds and any wind damage may be focused in western sections of MA/CT including the CT River Valley Rob Megina & Frank Nocera If you have any questions or would like more information, don't hesitate to contact us via this email address, on NWSChat <https://nwschat.weather.gov/>, or at the following: National Weather Service Boston/Norton, MA 46 Commerce Way Norton, MA 02766 508.622.3280 Website <http://www.weather.gov/boston> | Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/NWSBoston> | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/NWSBoston>

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[2022.03.11 PM] NWS Boston EM Briefing: Saturday's Winter Storm & Strong Winds
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 11 Mar '22

11 Mar '22

Good afternoon, Below you will find this afternoon's one-page briefing and graphics on winter weather Saturday and strong gusts Saturday night into Sunday morning. *What has changed:* - Winter Storm Warning expanded to all of Berkshire County - Expanded Winter Weather Advisory to Franklin, Hampshire, Hampden, Worcester, and northwest Middlesex County - Wind Advisory for the eastern slopes of the Berkshires; western Franklin, Hampshire, and Hampden County. In addition, northern Worcester County, Cape Cod, Island, and eastern coastal communities of Massachusetts *Key Points:* - Rain changes to snow from northwest to southeast Saturday, starting late in the morning near the Berkshires but not until later in the afternoon in Rhode Island and southeast Massachusetts. - Most of the accumulating snow will occur north and west of Harford to Worcester, especially in the higher elevations. Initially, the snow may be heavy and wet when it changes over but should transition to a lighter and fluffier snow Saturday afternoon. - Strong northwest winds Saturday night into Sunday, especially near the coast and in the higher elevations, which could result in minor wind damage such as some downed branches/tree limbs and wires. Thank you, Torry Gaucher and Bryce Williams If you have any questions or would like more information, don't hesitate to contact us via this email address, on NWSChat <https://nwschat.weather.gov/>, or at the following: National Weather Service Boston/Norton, MA 46 Commerce Way Norton, MA 02766 508.622.3280 Website <http://www.weather.gov/boston> | Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/NWSBoston> | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/NWSBoston>

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Brief Friday Early Afternoon Update: NWS Boston EM Briefing: Wintry Weather Saturday
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 11 Mar '22

11 Mar '22

Good afternoon everyone, We just wanted to give you a heads up as to what you can expect from our full briefing later this afternoon. We are considering increased snow totals for interior Massachusetts and Connecticut, which would mean potential for expanded winter weather advisories in these areas. Additionally, wind advisories are being considered for coastal southeast MA and the higher elevations of the Berkshires and Worcester hills. You will receive the full briefing later this afternoon. Thanks, Bryce Williams and Andrew Loconto If you have any questions or would like more information, don't hesitate to contact us via this email address, on NWSChat <https://nwschat.weather.gov/>, or at the following: National Weather Service Boston/Norton, MA 46 Commerce Way Norton, MA 02766 508.622.3280 Website <http://www.weather.gov/boston> | Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/NWSBoston> | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/NWSBoston>

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Friday Morning NWS Boston EM Briefing: Wintry Weather Saturday
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 11 Mar '22

11 Mar '22

Good Morning Everyone, Attached is this morning's one-page briefing and graphics on wintry weather Saturday and the possibility of strong northwest winds Saturday night into Sunday. *What Has Changed:* - Winter Storm Warning for northern Berkshire County - Winter Weather Advisory for the east slopes of the Berkshires and southern Berkshire County *Key Points:* - Rain changes to snow from northwest to southeast Saturday, starting late in the morning near the Berkshires but not until later in the afternoon in Rhode Island and southeast Massachusetts. - Most of the accumulating snow will occur in western portions of Connecticut and Massachusetts, especially in the higher elevations. Initially, the snow may be heavy and wet when it changes over, but should transition to a lighter and fluffier snow Saturday afternoon. - Strong northwest winds are possible Saturday night into Sunday, especially near the coast and in the higher elevations, which could result in minor wind damage such as some downed branches/tree limbs and wires. Wind Advisories may be issued in later forecasts if confidence of gusts over 45 mph increases. If you have any questions or would like more information, don't hesitate to contact us via this email address, on NWSChat <https://nwschat.weather.gov/>, or at the following: National Weather Service Boston/Norton, MA 46 Commerce Way Norton, MA 02766 508.622.3280 Website <http://www.weather.gov/boston> | Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/NWSBoston> | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/NWSBoston> Thanks, Joe DelliCarpini and Rob Megnia

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[2022.03.10 PM] NWS Boston EM Briefing - Mid-March Winter Storm
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 10 Mar '22

10 Mar '22

Good afternoon everyone, We're monitoring the potential for an active first half of the upcoming weekend as strengthening low-pressure system traverses across southern New England. Below are our key messages. - Widespread moderate to heavy rainfall could lead to minor poor drainage and urban flooding on Saturday. - Rain is likely to transition to snow across far northwestern Massachusetts and Connecticut late Saturday morning through early Saturday afternoon. Icy and slick roadways are possible in areas that see accumulating snow and sub-freezing temperatures. - The strongest wind gusts Saturday night through late Sunday morning as northwest winds gust 30 to 40 mph. Strong gusts could produce minor tree and powerline damage. Headlines: Winter Storm Watch in effect for northern Berkshire County in Massachusetts from 1 AM March 12th to 1 AM March 13th. Next briefing: 6 AM Friday. Meteorologists Bryce Williams, Torry Gaucher, and Andrew Loconto If you have any questions or would like more information, don't hesitate to contact us via this email address, on NWSChat <https://nwschat.weather.gov/>, or at the following: National Weather Service Boston/Norton, MA 46 Commerce Way Norton, MA 02766 508.622.3280 Website <http://www.weather.gov/boston> | Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/NWSBoston> | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/NWSBoston>

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NWS Boston EM Briefing - Strong Winds This Evening/Tonight
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 07 Mar '22

07 Mar '22

All, Quick update to provide you with the latest forecast. See attached. What has changed: Wind Advisory is now in effect for All of Connecticut Otherwise a Wind Advisory remains in place for western, central and northeast MA as well as the Cape and Islands due to expected wind gusts up to 50 mph. For most of the region, the strongest winds will be after a band of briefly heavy showers moves by this evening and primarily be from the west. Across the Cape and Islands, the strongest winds will be from the southwest. Breezy conditions will continue into Tuesday morning. If you have any questions or would like more information, don't hesitate to contact us via this email address, on NWSChat <https://nwschat.weather.gov/>, or at the following: National Weather Service Boston/Norton, MA 46 Commerce Way Norton, MA 02766 508.622.3280 Website <http://www.weather.gov/boston> | Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/NWSBoston> | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/NWSBoston>

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