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weather1 year ago•1 min saved

"Northeast Braces for Widespread Flooding as Heavy Rain Hits New York and Southern New England"

More than 30 million people in New York City, Boston, and other parts of the coastal Northeast are under a flood watch as a large coastal storm threatens the region, with heavy rain expected to cause travel disruptions and potential flooding in urban communities, poor drainage zones, and low-lying areas. Rainfall of up to one inch per hour is forecasted between Wednesday evening and early Thursday, with New York City, Long Island, southern Connecticut, and other areas expecting two to three inches of rain. Officials have cautioned commuters to expect travel delays during the evening commute and to plan ahead for the storm, with additional rainfall expected over the weekend after the flood watch expires on Thursday.

via The New York Times|

#flood-watch #new-york #rain

weather2 years ago•1 min saved

"New England Braces for Weekend Snowstorm and Frigid Temperatures"

The National Weather Service forecasts snow for southern New England on Friday, with southeastern Rhode Island expected to receive more accumulation than areas to the north and west. Block Island may get 2 to 5 inches, Newport 1 to 3 inches, and Foster 1 to 2 inches, while Woonsocket should get less. The snow is likely to impact the afternoon commute near and to the south and east of Interstate 95. Winter weather advisories could be posted as far west as the Providence metro area, with cold temperatures persisting into the weekend and sub-zero wind chills expected.

via The Providence Journal|

#commute #national-weather-service #snow

natural-disasters2 years ago•1 min saved

Storm wreaks havoc on coastal businesses

Waterfront restaurants in Westerly, Rhode Island, and Westport, Massachusetts, were damaged by heavy rain and strong winds during a recent storm. The Windjammer Surf Bar in Westerly experienced significant damage, with debris pushed into the business and boards snapped off the doors. The owners are determined to rebuild, despite the setback. At Westport Sea Farm, the restaurant and patio were flooded, and the oyster farms will be checked once the storm passes. Cleanup efforts are underway, and the business plans to open as scheduled for holiday pre-order pickup.

via WPRI.com|

#cleanup-efforts #natural-disasters #southern-new-england

local-events2 years ago•3 min saved

Honoring Southern New England Veterans: A Call to Action

Southern New England communities are hosting various parades, observances, and memorials to honor veterans on Veterans Day. Events include the Rhode Island Veterans Day ceremony hosted by Governor Dan McKee, the annual Veterans Day Parade in Cranston, the Veterans Day Parade in East Greenwich, the observance at the Garden of Flags in East Providence, the Fall River Veteran's Day celebration with a rolling parade, and ceremonies in Foster, Foxborough, North Kingstown, Pawtucket, West Warwick, Westport, and Woonsocket.

via Turn to 10|

#local-events #memorials #observances

weather2 years ago•2 min saved

Rhode Island's Winter Chill: NOAA's Forecast Revealed

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released its winter outlook, predicting a warmer and wetter winter than normal for Southern New England due to the influence of El Niño. The average temperatures in December, January, and February are expected to exceed the normal averages, while precipitation is also expected to be above normal. The outlook does not forecast snowfall, as it is generally unpredictable more than a week in advance. The El Niño pattern, characterized by weakened trade winds and warmer waters, can significantly affect weather patterns, with the northern U.S. and Canada experiencing dryer and warmer conditions, and the U.S. Gulf Coast and Southeast facing increased flooding. The outlook will be updated on November 16.

via The Providence Journal|

#el-nino #noaa #precipitation

science2 years ago•2 min saved

Solar storm could bring auroras and blackouts to North America

A coronal mass ejection occurred from the surface of the sun on May 7, and it was primarily directed towards Earth, which means that there could be an aurora borealis visible in southern New England overnight Thursday. The explosion was deemed a medium-strength 1.5-class solar flare, and it came from a sunspot with a reverse polarity, which is quite unusual. While it is rare to see the dancing lights in southern New England, people with a clear, unobstructed view to the north and little or no artificial light around may have a chance to see it.

via CBS Boston|

#aurora-borealis #nasa #science