Good afternoon, A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect through 8 PM for much of eastern Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island and the surrounding coastal waters. The main threat is damaging straight line winds, large hail and heavy downpours which may lead to flash flooding. Thanks, 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>