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[03.31.2023 PM] NWS Boston EM Briefing: Potential Severe T-storms Sat Evening
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 31 Mar '23

31 Mar '23

Good afternoon, We are sending a one pager briefing on the potential for a few strong to severe t-storms Sat evening with the cold front passage. SPC has upgraded the interior to a Slight Risk. The main threat will be damaging straight-line winds, but can't rule out hail and an isolated tornado. Thanks. Kevin Cadima 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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NWS - Boston - Twitter API limits to possibly affect NWS automated Tweets - March 31, 2023
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 31 Mar '23

31 Mar '23

Dear Emergency Managers, Other Partners, and TV Mets, On Wednesday, Twitter announced that there will be a limit on the number of automated Twitter posts (tweets) that a given account can send utilizing their API service. This limit will be 1,500 per month and 50 per 24-hour period. When implemented, the new limit will impact every account that utilizes automated posting (e.g. this <https://twitter.com/NWSFortWorth/status/1640470316676972545>) of – but not limited to – watches, warnings, and advisories. NWS Communications is in contact with Twitter to convey the anticipated impacts on our operations and our followers and to seek clarification about whether and when this policy will apply to NWS. NWS Public Affairs has prepared a media holding statement to reply to media inquiries if the limit begins to affect our operations. Questions on this topic can be directed to nws.pa(a)noaa.gov. In addition, our headquarters is working on a national PNS (Public Information Statement) and will provide it soon. KEY MESSAGE: As always, communications via social media is a supplemental service provided by NWS to extend the reach of NWS information. Twitter feeds and tweets do not always reflect the most current information for forecasts, watches, and warnings and you should always have multiple means for receiving weather information and alerts. -- Glenn Glenn Field Warning Coordination Meteorologist NWS - Norton, MA (508) 622-3250 ext. 223 (or press 2 from menu) 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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[03.29.23 PM] NWS Boston EM Briefing: Possible Snow Squalls Late Tonight to Overnight
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 29 Mar '23

29 Mar '23

Good afternoon: Following is an update regarding the potential for low-visibility snow showers or possible snow squalls. Forecast remains little changed from what was briefed this morning. Timing continues to be centered around late tonight to early overnight, from 9 PM Wednesday to 3 AM Thursday. In this period, we anticipate initial rain to change to a short, quick-hitting period of moderate to heavy snow which has the potential to reduce visibility significantly and could result in slippery untreated roads (especially secondary and side streets). Snow amounts themselves will not be significant and in most cases will be less than an inch - it s the rapid reduction in visibility and changing road conditions which will pose the greatest hazard. Weakening trends are also anticipated as the cold front producing these conditions moves eastward. Thus, the greatest confidence in potential for adverse impact continues to be mainly west of Worcester, with reduced confidence in impacts into eastern MA and RI. Unless there are significant changes, this will be the final briefing regarding this weather situation. However we ask you to monitor for short-fused Special Weather Statements, or Snow Squall Warnings in a case of visibility falling to near zero in bursts of heavy snow, which could be needed tonight into the overnight. Thank You! Meteorologists: Andrew Loconto and Matthew Belk 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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[03.29.23 AM] NWS Boston EM Briefing: Possible Snow Squalls Wednesday Evening
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 29 Mar '23

29 Mar '23

Hello, We've attached a one-pager about the potential for snow squalls this evening as a strong cold front moves across Southern New England. The hazard, a quick burst of snow, and falling temperatures may lead to icy roadways, especially across western Massachusetts. To help illustrate this scenario we have attached an animated radar loop. - Meteorologists Frank Nocera and Torry Gaucher 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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[03.24.23 PM] NWS Boston EM Briefing - Minor Mixed Precip in high terrain Saturday
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 24 Mar '23

24 Mar '23

Hi everyone, A weak storm system will produce rain for most areas from late Saturday morning through Saturday evening. However, in the higher terrain, above approximately 1000 ft., there could be a light accumulation of snow, sleet, and freezing rain. Less than 1/10 inch of ice accretion is expected in those areas and daytime accretion will be difficult due to the relatively warm ground. A Special Weather Statement, rather than a Winter Weather Advisory, will be issued to address this concern. Dry, windy, and much warmer conditions are forecast for Sunday, with highs reaching 55 to 60 in many areas. -- Glenn Field, Torry Gaucher, and Andrew Loconto NWS - Boston/Norton 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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[03.23.23 PM] NWS Boston EM Briefing - Wintry Precipitation Saturday
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 23 Mar '23

23 Mar '23

Good afternoon, A minor wintry weather event is expected some time Saturday into Saturday night. Here is the initial briefing for this event. Also attached are images of the latest expected snow and ice accumulation. Matthew Belk and Torry Gaucher 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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[03.15.23 AM]NWS Boston Update on Gusty Winds Today
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 15 Mar '23

15 Mar '23

Good Morning Everyone, With little to no additional accumulation expected as snowfall wraps up across much of the region this morning, gusty northwest winds will linger, especially across the high terrain, for the better part of the afternoon as the impactful winter storm pulls out to sea. A Wind Advisory is now in place through 4pm for western Franklin, Hampshire, and Hampden counties as well as across northern Worcester county. Winds 35-45mph are forecast, with gusts to 50mph possible. These winds may lead to additional damage and downed trees, especially in areas where heavy, wet snow has stuck to trees and power lines. Neighboring NWS Offices in Albany, NY and Gray, ME have issued abutting Wind Advisories. The Wind Advisory in place for Cape Cod and Nantucket will expire at 8AM. Kind regards, Hayden Frank, Kristie Smith, and Rob Megnia 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: Final Briefing - Ongoing Winter Storm
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 14 Mar '23

14 Mar '23

All, Attached is our latest briefing for the ongoing winter storm. Only a few minor adjustments to hoist a wind advisory for parts of southeast MA away from the coast, and extend the coastal flood advisory to Martha's Vineyard. Snow will still be problematic this evening, but tapers off after midnight. Strong winds are still expected to develop this evening, remaining gusty through tomorrow (which may impact some recovery operations). We are not planning to issue any further briefings on this event, unless critical forecast changes are made this evening or overnight. Andy Nash, Kevin Cadima, 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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NWS Boston: Quick Update on the storm
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 14 Mar '23

14 Mar '23

All, Wanted to get out a quick update. Overall the storm is evolving similar to our forecasts, so we haven't made any major changes. The attached briefing slides show the updated snowfall forecast from this point forward. Still expecting winds to strengthen later this afternoon and evening across southern New England, especially eastern areas. That will exacerbate snow loading problems. Also expecting another round of minor coastal flooding early Wednesday. Lastly, several river flood warnings were issued a short while ago. We will plan on sending a final update later this afternoon. Andy Nash, Kevin Cadima, 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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[2023.03.14 AM] REVISED NWS Boston EM Briefing: March 13-15 Impactful Winter Storm
by BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account 14 Mar '23

14 Mar '23

Good Morning, Apologies for the additional email, but given reports received since the issuance of our morning package, headlines have changed. - The Winter Storm Warning has been expanded to include all of Hampshire and Hampden counties Noting the significant forecast uncertainty in the CT River Valley, it is likely that snow totals will range between 3-7 inches at lower elevations in the previously mentioned counties. Thank you for your understanding! Hayden Frank and Kristie Smith 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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