Good afternoon, 

A strong storm continues to impact the region today. This is already bringing damaging winds and will continue to do so. In addition, isolated thunderstorms and heavy downpours are expected. This may lead to some urban flooding potential.

Changes in the latest update:

Decreased maximum wind gusts north and west of Worcester. Otherwise the forecast remains on track.

The graphics attached below are the maximum wind gusts expected and the storm total precipitation.

Headlines:

  •   High Wind Warning for all of  southern New England except Franklin County Massachusetts until early tonight.
  •   Wind Advisory for Franklin County Massachusetts from until early tonight.
  •   Storm Warning in effect for the ocean waters into this evening.

Damaging Winds: 

  • Wind gusts of 55-70 mph out of the south. Period of peak gusts roughly from 3-6 PM. 
    • Highest speeds expected across the South Coast, Rhode Island and southeast Massachusetts.

Heavy Rain:

  • Storm total rainfall of 1-2 inches. Isolated amounts up to 3 inches where any thunderstorms move through.

Thunderstorms:

  •  Low risk of an isolated thunderstorm this afternoon into early this evening.
    • Some storms may become severe bringing damaging winds.

Impacts:

  • Scattered to widespread power outages due to downed trees, tree limbs and power lines. Difficult travel for high profile vehicles.  
  • Heavy rain may cause brief localized urban and poor drainage flooding.

Thank You


Bill Leatham and Kevin Cadima 


If you have any questions or would like more information, don't hesitate to contact us via this email address, on NWSChat, or at the following:

National Weather Service Boston/Norton, MA
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Norton, MA 02766
508.622.3280
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