- A High Wind Watch was issued for all of eastern Massachusetts from Friday through Saturday afternoon.
- Gale Watch and Storm Watch were issued for all waters from Friday through Saturday.
- Rainfall is slightly higher, generally 1.5" to 2.5", with locally higher amounts.
As previously discussed, the main concerns include:
- Damaging winds up to 65 MPH Friday from the south or southeast, and strong west/southwest winds up to 45 MPH Saturday, which could affect power restoration efforts.
- Minor to Moderate coastal flooding along parts of both the east and south coasts during the Friday morning high tide, and for the south coast during the evening high tide.
- Minor river flooding, especially along the mainstem Connecticut River. Minor flooding refers to flooding less than one foot deep and is primarily confined to low-lying areas.
- Hazardous winds and seas for marine travel.
Meteorologists Torry Gaucher and Matt Belk
Thank you,