"Hurricane Lee Threatens New England: Mass. and Connecticut Activate Emergency Plans"

Tropical storm warnings have been issued for the coast of New England as Hurricane Lee approaches, bringing the potential for wind damage, storm surge flooding, and heavy rainfall. The areas under warning include Southern Plymouth, Southern Bristol, Western Plymouth, Eastern Norfolk, Suffolk, and Eastern Essex counties in Massachusetts. Lee is expected to pass offshore of southern New England on Saturday, with impacts resembling a Nor'easter, including rough surf, damaging winds, and bands of heavy rain. Other hazards include rough seas, flash flooding, and storm surge inundation along the coast.