[Weather] [2020-08-02 PM] NWS Boston EM Briefing: Isaias

[BOX Operations - NOAA Service Account]

Good afternoon,

You will find attached the latest update on Tropical Storm Isaias. We are
still expecting Isaias to impact Southern New England as a low-end tropical
storm.

*Threats:*

   - Potential for 3-4" heavy rain with localized 6" in Western MA and
   Northern CT, especially over the Berkshires. Biggest risk is urban flooding
   but if rainfall exceeds 4", small stream flooding could also occur. Lesser
   rainfall is expected in Eastern MA and RI.
   - Strong winds with gusts 40-50 mph and low risk of 60 mph gusts could
   lead to downed trees and power outages.
   - Dangerous rip currents and minor coastal flooding, especially for
   South-facing beaches.

*Timing:*
Tuesday afternoon into Wednesday morning. However, initial bands of
moderate rainfall could impact Western MA as early as Monday evening into
Tuesday morning.

*Confidence:*
Confidence is moderate. However, a slight shift in track will have
significant implications on the axis of heavy rain and tropical storm force
winds.

Thanks,
Meteorologists Rodney Chai and Glenn Field

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:

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