Alert archive / Massachusetts / Blizzard Watches in 2017

Blizzard Watch 2, NWS Boston/Norton, MA

March 11, 20177 counties in Massachusetts; 5 counties in Rhode Island; Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

NWS Boston/Norton, MA issued this blizzard watch at Mar 11, 2017, 5:14 PM EST for 7 counties in Massachusetts; 5 counties in Rhode Island; Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. It took effect at Mar 14, 2017, 1:00 PM EDT. It was in force for .

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Mar 11, 2017, 5:14 PM EST (22:14 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 14, 2017, 1:00 PM EDT
Expired
Mar 13, 2017, 4:11 PM EDT
In force
Issued by
NWS Boston/Norton, MA

Counties Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, CT, Bristol County, MA, Essex County, MA, Middlesex County, MA, Norfolk County, MA, Plymouth County, MA, Suffolk County, MA, Worcester County, MA, Bristol County, RI, Kent County, RI, Newport County, RI, Providence County, RI, Washington County, RI

The radar

The Boston radar (KBOX), 18 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 22:19 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

The nearest sounding before it

Chatham, MA (KCHH), launched 12:00Z, 10.2 hours before the alert went out and 119 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Chatham, MA at 12:00Z on 2017-03-11Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Chatham, MA at 12:00Z on 2017-03-11The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 74 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
1488 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
51 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
74 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
208 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

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176 
WWUS41 KBOX 112214
WSWBOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
514 PM EST Sat Mar 11 2017

MAZ002>004-008-009-120615-
/O.NEW.KBOX.WC.Y.0003.170312T0000Z-170312T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
Western Franklin MA-Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-
Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA-
Including the cities of Charlemont, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, 
Fitchburg, Chesterfield, and Blandford
514 PM EST Sat Mar 11 2017

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH
LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Wind Chill
Advisory, which is in effect until 11 AM EDT Sunday. A Winter
Storm Watch has also been issued. This Winter Storm Watch is in
effect from late Monday night through late Tuesday night.

* LOCATIONS...North central and western Massachusetts.

* HAZARD TYPES...Dangerous wind chills of 15 to 20 below tonight
  into early Sunday morning. Heavy snow is possible Tuesday into
  Tuesday night.

* WIND CHILL READINGS...15 to 20 below.

* TIMING...Tonight and early Sunday morning for the wind chill.
  Tuesday and Tuesday night for the heavy snow.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous wind chills may quickly produce frostbite on
  exposed skin. The heavy snow will make many roads impassable.
  Strong winds will lead to blowing and drifting snow as well as 
  reduced visibility.

* WINDS...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

* TEMPERATURES...near zero tonight and in the low to mid 20s on
  Tuesday.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of greater than 6 inches
  possible.

* VISIBILITIES...May be one quarter mile or less at times Tuesday
  into Tuesday night.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Chill Advisory is issued when wind chill values of -15 to 
-24 degrees are likely for at least 3 hours. Wind chill values 
below -20 degrees can bring about frostbite in as little as 30 
minutes. Outdoor exposure should be limited. If you must be 
outdoors, dress in layers and keep your hands and feet covered to 
protect against frostbite.

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. Be prepared to modify
travel plans should winter weather develop.

&&

$$

MAZ015-016-018>021-RIZ006-007-120615-
/O.NEW.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA-Western Plymouth MA-
Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-
Washington RI-Newport RI-
Including the cities of Boston, Quincy, Brockton, Plymouth, 
Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Narragansett, Westerly, 
and Newport
514 PM EST Sat Mar 11 2017

...BLIZZARD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH LATE
TUESDAY NIGHT...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Blizzard
Watch, which is in effect from late Monday night through late
Tuesday night.

* LOCATIONS...Southern Rhode Island and east coastal Massachusetts
  from Boston to Plymouth.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow, strong winds, and reduced visibility.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of greater than 6 inches
  possible along drifting and blowing snow. 

* TIMING...Tuesday and Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...Rapid snow accumulation as well as blowing and
  drifting snow may make many roads impassable. There could also
  be scattered power outages.  

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 mph with gusts over 50 mph.

* TEMPERATURES...In the upper 20s.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Watch means there is a potential for considerable
falling and/or blowing snow with sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph, with visibilities below one quarter mile, for
at least 3 hours. Whiteout conditions will be possible, making
travel very dangerous. Be prepared to alter any travel plans.

&&

$$

CTZ002>004-MAZ005>007-010>014-017-022>024-026-RIZ001>005-008-
120615-
/O.NEW.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Central Middlesex MA-
Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-
Eastern Hampden MA-Southern Worcester MA-Western Norfolk MA-
Southeast Middlesex MA-Northern Bristol MA-Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-
Nantucket MA-Northern Middlesex MA-Northwest Providence RI-
Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-
Bristol RI-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, 
Putnam, Willimantic, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, 
Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, Milford, Worcester, 
Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Taunton, Chatham, Falmouth, 
Provincetown, Vineyard Haven, Nantucket, Ayer, Foster, 
Smithfield, Providence, Coventry, West Greenwich, East Greenwich,
Warwick, West Warwick, Bristol, and New Shoreham
514 PM EST Sat Mar 11 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH
LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Winter Storm
Watch, which is in effect from late Monday night through late
Tuesday night.

* LOCATIONS...Most of interior southern New England as well as
  Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, and Block Island. 

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of greater than 6 inches
  possible.

* TIMING...Late Monday night through Tuesday into Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable. In
  addition strong winds may lead to blowing and drifting snow,
  reduced visibility, and power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts 40 to 50 mph interior
  and northeast 30 to 40 mph with gusts to or even above 60 mph
  possible along coastal areas.

* TEMPERATURES...In the mid 20s to lower 30s.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. Be prepared to modify
travel plans should winter weather develop.

&&

$$

Thompson

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8 follow-up statements
580 
WWUS41 KBOX 120258
WSWBOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
958 PM EST Sat Mar 11 2017

MAZ002>004-008-009-121100-
/O.CON.KBOX.WC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-170312T1500Z/
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
Western Franklin MA-Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-
Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA-
Including the cities of Charlemont, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, 
Fitchburg, Chesterfield, and Blandford
958 PM EST Sat Mar 11 2017

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* LOCATIONS...North central and western Massachusetts.

* HAZARD TYPES...Dangerous wind chills of 15 to 20 below tonight 
  into early Sunday morning. Heavy snow is possible Tuesday into 
  Tuesday night.

* WIND CHILL READINGS...15 to 20 below.

* TIMING...Tonight and early Sunday morning for the wind chill. 
  Tuesday and Tuesday night for the heavy snow.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous wind chills may quickly produce frostbite 
  on exposed skin. The heavy snow will make many roads 
  impassable. Strong winds will lead to blowing and drifting 
  snow as well as reduced visibility.

* WINDS...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

* TEMPERATURES...Near zero tonight and in the low to mid 20s on 
  Tuesday.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of greater than 6 inches 
  possible.

* VISIBILITIES...May be one quarter mile or less at times 
  Tuesday into Tuesday night.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Chill Advisory is issued when wind chill values of -15 to -
24 degrees are likely for at least 3 hours. Wind chill values
below -20 degrees can bring about frostbite in as little as
30 minutes. Outdoor exposure should be limited. If you must be
outdoors, dress in layers and keep your hands and feet covered to
protect against frostbite.

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. Be prepared to modify
travel plans should winter weather develop.

&&

$$

MAZ015-016-018>021-RIZ006-007-121100-
/O.CON.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA-Western Plymouth MA-
Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-
Washington RI-Newport RI-
Including the cities of Boston, Quincy, Brockton, Plymouth, 
Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Narragansett, Westerly, 
and Newport
958 PM EST Sat Mar 11 2017

...BLIZZARD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* LOCATIONS...Southern Rhode Island and east coastal 
  Massachusetts from Boston to Plymouth.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow, strong winds, and reduced 
  visibility.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of greater than 6 inches 
  possible along drifting and blowing snow.

* TIMING...Tuesday and Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...Rapid snow accumulation as well as blowing and 
  drifting snow may make many roads impassable. There could also 
  be scattered power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 mph with gusts over 50 mph.

* TEMPERATURES...In the upper 20s.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Watch means there is a potential for considerable
falling and/or blowing snow with sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph, with visibilities below one quarter mile, for
at least 3 hours. Whiteout conditions will be possible, making
travel very dangerous. Be prepared to alter any travel plans.

&&

$$

CTZ002>004-MAZ005>007-010>014-017-022>024-026-RIZ001>005-008-
121100-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Central Middlesex MA-
Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-
Eastern Hampden MA-Southern Worcester MA-Western Norfolk MA-
Southeast Middlesex MA-Northern Bristol MA-Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-
Nantucket MA-Northern Middlesex MA-Northwest Providence RI-
Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-
Bristol RI-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, 
Putnam, Willimantic, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, 
Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, Milford, Worcester, 
Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Taunton, Chatham, Falmouth, 
Provincetown, Vineyard Haven, Nantucket, Ayer, Foster, 
Smithfield, Providence, Coventry, West Greenwich, East Greenwich,
Warwick, West Warwick, Bristol, and New Shoreham
958 PM EST Sat Mar 11 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* LOCATIONS...Most of interior southern New England as well as 
  Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, and Block Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of greater than 6 inches 
  possible.

* TIMING...Late Monday night through Tuesday into Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable. In 
  addition strong winds may lead to blowing and drifting snow, 
  reduced visibility, and power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts 40 to 50 mph 
  interior and northeast 30 to 40 mph with gusts to or even 
  above 60 mph possible along coastal areas.

* TEMPERATURES...In the mid 20s to lower 30s.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. Be prepared to modify
travel plans should winter weather develop.

&&

$$

For the latest updates...please visit our webpage at
www.weather.gov/boston

You can follow us on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/NWSBoston

You can follow us on Twitter at
@NWSBoston
596 
WWUS41 KBOX 120812
WSWBOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
412 AM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

MAZ002>004-008-009-121615-
/O.CON.KBOX.WC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-170312T1500Z/
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
Western Franklin MA-Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-
Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA-
Including the cities of Charlemont, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, 
Fitchburg, Chesterfield, and Blandford
412 AM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* LOCATIONS...North central and western Massachusetts.

* HAZARD TYPES...Dangerous wind chills around 15 below this
  morning. Heavy snow is possible Tuesday into Tuesday night.

* WIND CHILL READINGS...12 to 17 below.

* TIMING...This morning for the wind chill. Tuesday and Tuesday 
  night for the heavy snow.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous wind chills may quickly produce frostbite on
  exposed skin. The heavy snow will make many roads impassable.  
  Strong winds will lead to blowing and drifting snow as well as 
  reduced visibility.

* WINDS...Northwest 15 to 25 mph this morning.

* TEMPERATURES...Zero to 5 above early this morning and in the 
  low to mid 20s on Tuesday.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of greater than 6 inches 
  possible.

* VISIBILITIES...May be one quarter mile or less at times 
  Tuesday into Tuesday night.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Chill Advisory is issued when wind chill values of -15 to -
24 degrees are likely for at least 3 hours. Wind chill values
below -20 degrees can bring about frostbite in as little as
30 minutes. Outdoor exposure should be limited. If you must be
outdoors, dress in layers and keep your hands and feet covered to
protect against frostbite.

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. Be prepared to modify
travel plans should winter weather develop.

&&

$$

MAZ015-016-018>021-RIZ006-007-121615-
/O.CON.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA-Western Plymouth MA-
Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-
Washington RI-Newport RI-
Including the cities of Boston, Quincy, Brockton, Plymouth, 
Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Narragansett, Westerly, 
and Newport
412 AM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...BLIZZARD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* LOCATIONS...Southern Rhode Island and east coastal 
  Massachusetts from Boston to Plymouth.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow, strong winds, and reduced 
  visibility.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of greater than 6 inches 
  possible along drifting and blowing snow.

* TIMING...Tuesday and Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...Rapid snow accumulation as well as blowing and 
  drifting snow may make many roads impassable. There could also 
  be scattered power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 mph with gusts over 50 mph.

* TEMPERATURES...In the lower 30s Tuesday.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Watch means there is a potential for considerable
falling and/or blowing snow with sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph, with visibilities below one quarter mile, for
at least 3 hours. Whiteout conditions will be possible, making
travel very dangerous. Be prepared to alter any travel plans.

&&

$$

CTZ002>004-MAZ005>007-010>014-017-026-RIZ001>005-121615-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Central Middlesex MA-
Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-
Eastern Hampden MA-Southern Worcester MA-Western Norfolk MA-
Southeast Middlesex MA-Northern Bristol MA-Northern Middlesex MA-
Northwest Providence RI-Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI-
Eastern Kent RI-Bristol RI-
Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, 
Putnam, Willimantic, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, 
Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, Milford, Worcester, 
Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Taunton, Ayer, Foster, 
Smithfield, Providence, Coventry, West Greenwich, East Greenwich,
Warwick, West Warwick, and Bristol
412 AM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* LOCATIONS...Northern Connecticut, Central and northern Rhode
  Island and most of Massachusetts away from the coast.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of greater than 6 inches 
  possible.

* TIMING...Late Monday night through Tuesday into Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable. In 
  addition strong winds may lead to blowing and drifting snow, 
  reduced visibility, and power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts 40 to 50 mph interior
  and northeast 30 to 40 mph with gusts to 60 mph possible along 
  coastal areas.

* TEMPERATURES...In the mid 20s to lower 30s Tuesday.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. Be prepared to modify
travel plans should winter weather develop.

&&

$$

MAZ022>024-RIZ008-121615-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Nantucket MA-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
Vineyard Haven, Nantucket, and New Shoreham
412 AM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* LOCATIONS...Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, and Block 
  Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 6 inches or greater
  possible, mainly near the Cape Cod Canal, Marthas Vineyard and 
  Block Island. Less snow is likely over the outer Cape and 
  Nantucket. 

* TIMING...Snow developing late Monday night, possibly mixing with
  or changing to rain over the Cape and Islands during Tuesday.
  Precipitation changing back to snow Tuesday night. 

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will result in hazardous travel
  conditions. In addition strong winds may lead to blowing and 
  drifting snow, reduced visibility, and power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 30 to 40 mph with gusts 60 mph possible.

* TEMPERATURES...In the mid 30s Tuesday.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. Be prepared to modify
travel plans should winter weather develop.

&&

$$

For the latest updates...please visit our webpage at
www.weather.gov/boston

You can follow us on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/NWSBoston

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@NWSBoston
796 
WWUS41 KBOX 121418
WSWBOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
1018 AM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

MAZ002>004-008-009-122230-
/O.CAN.KBOX.WC.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-170312T1500Z/
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
Western Franklin MA-Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-
Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA-
Including the cities of Charlemont, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, 
Fitchburg, Chesterfield, and Blandford
1018 AM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has cancelled the Wind
Chill Advisory. The wind and air will still be cold, but wind
chills will be higher than 15 below zero. A Winter Storm Watch
continues for Tuesday and Tuesday night.

* LOCATIONS...North central and western Massachusetts.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow is possible Tuesday into Tuesday 
night.

* TIMING...Tuesday and Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and 
  may produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the 
  snow on tree limbs and power lines. Bitter wind chills may 
  produce frostbite with prolonged exposure to the cold. 

* WINDS...Northwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

* TEMPERATURES...2 to 31 above.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of greater than 6 inches 
  possible.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Chill Advisory is issued when wind chill values of -15 to -
24 degrees are likely for at least 3 hours. Wind chill values
below -20 degrees can bring about frostbite in as little as
30 minutes. Outdoor exposure should be limited. If you must be
outdoors, dress in layers and keep your hands and feet covered to
protect against frostbite.

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. Be prepared to modify
travel plans should winter weather develop.

&&

$$

MAZ015-016-018>021-RIZ006-007-122230-
/O.CON.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA-Western Plymouth MA-
Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-
Washington RI-Newport RI-
Including the cities of Boston, Quincy, Brockton, Plymouth, 
Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Narragansett, Westerly, 
and Newport
1018 AM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...BLIZZARD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* LOCATIONS...Southern Rhode Island and east coastal 
  Massachusetts from Boston to Plymouth.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow, strong winds, and reduced 
  visibility.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of greater than 6 inches
  possible along with significant blowing and drifting of snow.

* TIMING...Tuesday and Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and 
  may produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the 
  snow on tree limbs and power lines. Strong winds will lead to 
  blowing snow, reduced visibility, and additional power 
  outages. 

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* TEMPERATURES...In the upper 20s.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Watch means there is a potential for considerable
falling and/or blowing snow with sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph, with visibilities below one quarter mile, for
at least 3 hours. Whiteout conditions will be possible, making
travel very dangerous. Be prepared to alter any travel plans.

&&

$$

CTZ002>004-MAZ005>007-010>014-017-026-RIZ001>005-122230-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Central Middlesex MA-
Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-
Eastern Hampden MA-Southern Worcester MA-Western Norfolk MA-
Southeast Middlesex MA-Northern Bristol MA-Northern Middlesex MA-
Northwest Providence RI-Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI-
Eastern Kent RI-Bristol RI-
Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, 
Putnam, Willimantic, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, 
Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, Milford, Worcester, 
Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Taunton, Ayer, Foster, 
Smithfield, Providence, Coventry, West Greenwich, East Greenwich,
Warwick, West Warwick, and Bristol
1018 AM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* LOCATIONS...Northern Connecticut, Central and northern Rhode 
  Island and most of Massachusetts away from the coast.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of greater than 6 inches
  possible.

* TIMING...Late Monday night through Tuesday into Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and 
  may produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the 
  snow on tree limbs and power lines. Strong winds will lead to 
  blowing snow, reduced visibility, and additional power 
  outages. 

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* TEMPERATURES...In the mid 20s.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. Be prepared to modify
travel plans should winter weather develop.

&&

$$

MAZ022>024-RIZ008-122230-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Nantucket MA-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
Vineyard Haven, Nantucket, and New Shoreham
1018 AM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* LOCATIONS...Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, and Block 
  Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 6 inches or greater
  possible, mainly near the Cape Cod Canal, Marthas Vineyard and 
  Block Island. Less snow is likely over the outer Cape and 
  Nantucket. 

* TIMING...Snow developing late Monday night, possibly mixing 
  with or changing to rain over the Cape and Islands during 
  Tuesday. Precipitation changing back to snow Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and 
  may produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the 
  snow on tree limbs and power lines. Strong winds will lead to 
  blowing snow, reduced visibility, and additional power 
  outages. 

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* TEMPERATURES...In the lower 30s.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. Be prepared to modify
travel plans should winter weather develop.

&&

$$

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046 
WWUS41 KBOX 121936
WSWBOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
336 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

MAZ005>007-013-014-017-RIZ002>005-130345-
/O.UPG.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1700Z/
/O.EXB.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T1700Z-170315T0600Z/
Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex MA-
Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA-Northern Bristol MA-
Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-
Bristol RI-
Including the cities of Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester,
Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Taunton, Providence, Coventry, 
West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, 
and Bristol
336 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 1 PM EDT TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE
TUESDAY NIGHT...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Winter Storm
Warning for heavy snow, which is in effect from 5 AM to 1 PM EDT 
Tuesday. A Blizzard Watch is in effect from Tuesday afternoon 
through late Tuesday night. 

* LOCATIONS...Eastern Massachusetts as well as central and
  southern Rhode Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and the potential for blizzard 
  conditions.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches with a low
  risk for isolated amounts up to 2 feet across northeast MA.

* TIMING...Snow overspreads most of the region between 4 and 8 am
  Tuesday morning. The snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4
  inch per hour snowfall rates possible at times through Tuesday
  afternoon. The heavy snow will taper off to snow showers 
  Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...Heavy snow, poor visibility and strong winds will make
  for extremely hazardous travel and many roads may become
  impassable. Strong winds will bring the potential for blizzard
  conditions and near white- out conditions at times. Considerable
  blowing and drifting snow is also expected. The strong winds 
  will also bring the risk for scattered tree damage and power 
  outages...especially near the coast.

* WINDS...North 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

 PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an 
emergency. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and
water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.


A Blizzard Watch means there is a potential for considerable
falling and/or blowing snow with sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph, with visibilities below one quarter mile, for
at least 3 hours. Whiteout conditions will be possible, making
travel very dangerous. Be prepared to alter any travel plans.

&&

$$

MAZ015-016-018>021-RIZ006-007-130345-
/O.NEW.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1700Z/
/O.EXT.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T1700Z-170315T0600Z/
Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA-Western Plymouth MA-
Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-
Washington RI-Newport RI-
Including the cities of Boston, Quincy, Brockton, Plymouth, 
Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Narragansett, Westerly, 
and Newport
336 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 1 PM EDT TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Winter Storm
Warning for Heavy snow, which is in effect from 5 AM to 1 PM EDT 
Tuesday.

* LOCATIONS...Eastern Massachusetts as well as central and
  southern Rhode Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and the potential for blizzard 
  conditions.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches with a low
  risk for isolated amounts up to 2 feet across northeast MA.

* TIMING...Snow overspreads most of the region between 4 and 8 am
  Tuesday morning. The snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4
  inch per hour snowfall rates possible at times through Tuesday
  afternoon. The heavy snow will taper off to snow showers 
  Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...Heavy snow, poor visibility and strong winds will make
  for extremely hazardous travel. Strong winds will bring the
  potential for blizzard conditions and near white-out conditions
  at times. Considerable blowing and drifting snow is also
  expected and many roads may become impassable. The strong winds
  will also bring the risk for scattered tree damage and power 
  outages...especially near the coast.

* WINDS...North 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Watch means there is a potential for considerable
falling and/or blowing snow with sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph, with visibilities below one quarter mile, for
at least 3 hours. Whiteout conditions will be possible, making
travel very dangerous. Be prepared to alter any travel plans.

A Winter Storm Warning is issued when an average snowfall of
6 inches or more is expected within a 12 hour period, or for
8 inches or more in a 24 hour period. Travel will be slow at best
on well treated surfaces, and quite difficult on untreated
surfaces. Only travel in an emergency. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of
an emergency.

&&

$$

CTZ002>004-MAZ002>004-008>012-026-RIZ001-130345-
/O.UPG.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170315T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170315T0600Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Western Franklin MA-
Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-Western Hampshire MA-
Western Hampden MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-Eastern Hampden MA-
Southern Worcester MA-Northern Middlesex MA-
Northwest Providence RI-
Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, 
Putnam, Willimantic, Charlemont, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, 
Fitchburg, Chesterfield, Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, 
Springfield, Milford, Worcester, Ayer, Foster, and Smithfield
336 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TUESDAY TO 2 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Winter Storm
Warning for Heavy snow, which is in effect from 5 AM Tuesday to 2
AM EDT Wednesday. The Winter Storm Watch is no longer in effect.

* LOCATIONS...Western and Central Massachusetts, northern
  Connecticut as well as northwest Rhode Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches with the
  low risk for isolated amounts up to two feet.

* TIMING...Snow overspreads most of the region between 4 and 8 am
  Tuesday morning. The snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4
  inch per hour snowfall rates possible at times through Tuesday
  afternoon. The heavy snow will taper off to snow showers 
  Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and
  strong wind gusts may result in poor visibility along with 
considerable blowing and drifting snow.

* WINDS...North 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...


A Winter Storm Warning is issued when an average snowfall of
6 inches or more is expected within a 12 hour period, or for
8 inches or more in a 24 hour period. Travel will be slow at best
on well treated surfaces, and quite difficult on untreated
surfaces. Only travel in an emergency. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of
an emergency.

&&

$$

MAZ022>024-RIZ008-130345-
/O.EXT.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170315T0600Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Nantucket MA-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
Vineyard Haven, Nantucket, and New Shoreham
336 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* LOCATIONS...Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, and Block 
  Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 4 to 8 inches possible.

* TIMING...Snow develops between 4 and 8 am Tuesday morning and
  may fall heavy at times. The snow may mix with or change to 
  rain over the Cape and Islands during the day Tuesday. 
  Precipitation changing back to snow before tapering to snow 
  showers Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...Heavy wet snow will result in hazardous travel. Strong
  winds will result in blowing and drifting snow. The snow
  combined with strong winds may result in tree damage and 
  scattered power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. Be prepared to modify
travel plans should winter weather develop.

&&

$$

Frank

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299 
WWUS41 KBOX 130125
WSWBOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
925 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

MAZ005>007-013>021-RIZ002>007-130930-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1700Z/
/O.CON.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T1700Z-170315T0600Z/
Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex MA-
Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-
Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA-Western Plymouth MA-
Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-
Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-
Bristol RI-Washington RI-Newport RI-
Including the cities of Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester,
Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, Quincy, Taunton, 
Brockton, Plymouth, Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, 
Providence, Coventry, West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, 
West Warwick, Bristol, Narragansett, Westerly, and Newport
925 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 1 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* LOCATIONS...Eastern Massachusetts as well as central and 
  southern Rhode Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and the potential for blizzard 
  conditions.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches with a 
  low risk for isolated amounts up to 2 feet across northeast MA.

* TIMING...Snow overspreads most of the region between 4 and 8 
  am Tuesday morning. The snow will quickly become heavy with 2 
  to 4 inch per hour snowfall rates possible at times through 
  Tuesday afternoon. The heavy snow will taper off to snow 
  showers Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...Heavy snow, poor visibility and strong winds will 
  make for extremely hazardous travel. Strong winds will bring 
  the potential for blizzard conditions and near white-out 
  conditions at times. Considerable blowing and drifting snow is 
  also expected and many roads may become impassable. The strong 
  winds will also bring the risk for scattered tree damage and 
  power outages... especially near the coast.

* WINDS...North 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Watch means there is a potential for considerable
falling and/or blowing snow with sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph, with visibilities below one quarter mile, for
at least 3 hours. Whiteout conditions will be possible, making
travel very dangerous. Be prepared to alter any travel plans.

A Winter Storm Warning is issued when an average snowfall of
6 inches or more is expected within a 12 hour period, or for
8 inches or more in a 24 hour period. Travel will be slow at best
on well treated surfaces, and quite difficult on untreated
surfaces. Only travel in an emergency. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of
an emergency.

&&

$$

CTZ002>004-MAZ002>004-008>012-026-RIZ001-130930-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170315T0600Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Western Franklin MA-
Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-Western Hampshire MA-
Western Hampden MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-Eastern Hampden MA-
Southern Worcester MA-Northern Middlesex MA-
Northwest Providence RI-
Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, 
Putnam, Willimantic, Charlemont, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, 
Fitchburg, Chesterfield, Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, 
Springfield, Milford, Worcester, Ayer, Foster, and Smithfield
925 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TUESDAY TO
2 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...

* LOCATIONS...Western and Central Massachusetts, northern 
  Connecticut as well as northwest Rhode Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches with the 
  low risk for isolated amounts up to two feet.

* TIMING...Snow overspreads most of the region between 4 and 8 
  am Tuesday morning. The snow will quickly become heavy with 2 
  to 4 inch per hour snowfall rates possible at times through 
  Tuesday afternoon. The heavy snow will taper off to snow 
  showers Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and 
  strong wind gusts may result in poor visibility along with 
  considerable blowing and drifting snow.

* WINDS...North 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning is issued when an average snowfall of
6 inches or more is expected within a 12 hour period, or for
8 inches or more in a 24 hour period. Travel will be slow at best
on well treated surfaces, and quite difficult on untreated
surfaces. Only travel in an emergency. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of
an emergency.

&&

$$

MAZ022>024-RIZ008-130930-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170315T0600Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Nantucket MA-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
Vineyard Haven, Nantucket, and New Shoreham
925 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* LOCATIONS...Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, and Block 
  Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 4 to 8 inches possible.

* TIMING...Snow develops between 4 and 8 am Tuesday morning and 
  may fall heavy at times. The snow may mix with or change to 
  rain over the Cape and Islands during the day Tuesday. 
  Precipitation changing back to snow before tapering to snow 
  showers Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...Heavy wet snow will result in hazardous travel. 
  Strong winds will result in blowing and drifting snow. The 
  snow combined with strong winds may result in tree damage and 
  scattered power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. Be prepared to modify
travel plans should winter weather develop.

&&

$$

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855 
WWUS41 KBOX 130746
WSWBOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
346 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

MAZ017>021-RIZ004>007-131600-
/O.CAN.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T1700Z-170315T0600Z/
/O.EXT.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1900Z/
Northern Bristol MA-Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-
Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-Eastern Kent RI-
Bristol RI-Washington RI-Newport RI-
Including the cities of Taunton, Brockton, Plymouth, Fall River, 
New Bedford, Mattapoisett, East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick,
Bristol, Narragansett, Westerly, and Newport
346 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 3 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WATCH IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has cancelled the
Blizzard Watch.

* LOCATIONS...Much of Southeast Massachusetts and southern
  Rhode Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and strong winds.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 8 to 12 inches.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning. The
  snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour
  snowfall rates possible at times through late Tuesday morning.
  Snow could change to sleet and rain Tuesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions due to poor visibility and
  snow covered roads, especially Tuesday morning through early
  Tuesday afternoon. Strong winds may result in scattered power
  outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow are 
expected. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible.

&&

$$

RIZ001-131600-
/O.EXB.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T1700Z-170315T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1700Z/
Northwest Providence RI-
Including the cities of Foster and Smithfield
346 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 1 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Blizzard
Watch, which is in effect from Tuesday afternoon through Tuesday
evening.

* LOCATIONS...Northwest Rhode Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and the potential for blizzard 
  conditions.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning. The
  snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour
  snowfall rates possible at times, especially through midday 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions due to near whiteout
  conditions at times and snow covered roads, especially Tuesday
  morning through early Tuesday afternoon. Strong winds may result
  in isolated power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Watch means there is a potential for considerable
falling and/or blowing snow with sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph, with visibilities below one quarter mile, for
at least 3 hours. Whiteout conditions will be possible, making
travel very dangerous. Be prepared to alter any travel plans.

&&

$$

CTZ004-MAZ012-131600-
/O.EXB.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T1700Z-170315T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1700Z/
Windham CT-Southern Worcester MA-
Including the cities of Putnam, Willimantic, Milford, 
and Worcester
346 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 1 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Blizzard
Watch, which is in effect from Tuesday afternoon through Tuesday
evening.

* LOCATIONS...Northeast Connecticut and South Central
  Massachusetts.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and the potential for blizzard 
  conditions.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches, but
  possibly as much as 24 inches in a few locations.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning. The
  snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour
  snowfall rates possible at times, especially from late morning
  into Tuesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions due to near whiteout
  conditions at times and snow covered roads. Strong winds may
  result in isolated power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Watch means there is a potential for considerable
falling and/or blowing snow with sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph, with visibilities below one quarter mile, for
at least 3 hours. Whiteout conditions will be possible, making
travel very dangerous. Be prepared to alter any travel plans.

&&

$$

RIZ002-003-131600-
/O.EXT.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T1700Z-170315T0000Z/
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1700Z/
Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI-
Including the cities of Providence, Coventry, and West Greenwich
346 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 1 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...

* LOCATIONS...Northern Rhode Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and the potential for blizzard 
  conditions.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning. The
  snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour
  snowfall rates possible at times, especially through early
  afternoon Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions due to near whiteout
  conditions at times and snow covered roads, especially Tuesday
  morning through early Tuesday afternoon. Strong winds may result
  in isolated power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Watch means there is a potential for considerable
falling and/or blowing snow with sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph, with visibilities below one quarter mile, for
at least 3 hours. Whiteout conditions will be possible, making
travel very dangerous. Be prepared to alter any travel plans.

&&

$$

MAZ005>007-013>016-131600-
/O.EXT.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T1700Z-170315T0000Z/
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1700Z/
Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex MA-
Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-
Eastern Norfolk MA-
Including the cities of Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester,
Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, and Quincy
346 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 1 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...

* LOCATIONS...Eastern Massachusetts.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and the potential for blizzard 
  conditions.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning. The
  snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour
  snowfall rates possible at times, especially through early
  afternoon Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions due to near whiteout
  conditions at times and snow covered roads, especially late
  Tuesday morning through early Tuesday afternoon. Strong winds
  may result in isolated power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Watch means there is a potential for considerable
falling and/or blowing snow with sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph, with visibilities below one quarter mile, for
at least 3 hours. Whiteout conditions will be possible, making
travel very dangerous. Be prepared to alter any travel plans.

&&

$$

CTZ002-003-MAZ002>004-008>011-026-131600-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170315T0600Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Western Franklin MA-Eastern Franklin MA-
Northern Worcester MA-Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA-
Eastern Hampshire MA-Eastern Hampden MA-Northern Middlesex MA-
Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, 
Charlemont, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, Fitchburg, Chesterfield, 
Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, and Ayer
346 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TUESDAY TO
2 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...

* LOCATIONS...Western and Central Massachusetts and northern
  Connecticut.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning. The
  snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour
  snowfall rates possible at times into Tuesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions due to near whiteout
  conditions at times and snow covered roads, especially Tuesday
  morning through early Tuesday afternoon. Strong winds may result
  in isolated power outages.

* WINDS...North 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow are 
expected. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible.

&&

$$

MAZ024-131600-
/O.UPG.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170315T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KBOX.WW.Y.0013.170314T0900Z-170314T1600Z/
Nantucket MA-
Including the city of Nantucket
346 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO NOON EDT
TUESDAY...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Winter
Weather Advisory for snow, which is in effect from 5 AM to noon 
EDT Tuesday. The Winter Storm Watch is no longer in effect.

* LOCATIONS...Nantucket.

* HAZARD TYPES...Snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 2 to 5 inches.

* TIMING...Snow develops between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning and
  may fall heavy at times, before changing to rain late Tuesday
  morning. 

* IMPACTS...Slippery travel Tuesday morning. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow 
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while 
driving.

&&

$$

MAZ022-023-RIZ008-131600-
/O.EXT.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170314T1800Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
Vineyard Haven, and New Shoreham
346 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
TUESDAY AFTERNOON...

* LOCATIONS...Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Block Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 4 to 8 inches.

* TIMING...Snow develops between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning and
  may fall heavy at times, before changing to rain late Tuesday
  morning or early Tuesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Difficult travel due to snow covered roads and low
  visibility. Power outages are possible from the combination of
  strong winds and the weight of the snow, especially if more than
  6 inches of snow falls.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow accumulations that may impact travel. Continue to monitor 
the latest forecasts. Be prepared to modify travel plans should 
winter weather develop.

&&

$$

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929 
WWUS41 KBOX 131558
WSWBOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
1158 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

RIZ001>003-140000-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1700Z/
/O.CON.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T1700Z-170315T0000Z/
Northwest Providence RI-Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI-
Including the cities of Foster, Smithfield, Providence, Coventry,
and West Greenwich
1158 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 1 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...

* LOCATIONS...Northwest and Central Rhode Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and the potential for blizzard 
  conditions.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning. The 
  snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour 
  snowfall rates possible at times, especially through midday 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions due to near whiteout 
  conditions at times and snow covered roads, especially Tuesday 
  morning through early Tuesday afternoon. Strong winds may 
  result in isolated power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Watch means there is a potential for considerable
falling and/or blowing snow with sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph, with visibilities below one quarter mile, for
at least 3 hours. Whiteout conditions will be possible, making
travel very dangerous. Be prepared to alter any travel plans.

&&

$$

MAZ005>007-013>016-140000-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1700Z/
/O.CON.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T1700Z-170315T0000Z/
Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex MA-
Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-
Eastern Norfolk MA-
Including the cities of Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester,
Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, and Quincy
1158 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 1 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...

* LOCATIONS...Eastern Massachusetts.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and the potential for blizzard 
  conditions.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning. The 
  snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour 
  snowfall rates possible at times, especially through early 
  afternoon Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions due to near whiteout 
  conditions at times and snow covered roads, especially late 
  Tuesday morning through early Tuesday afternoon. Strong winds 
  may result in isolated power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Watch means there is a potential for considerable
falling and/or blowing snow with sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph, with visibilities below one quarter mile, for
at least 3 hours. Whiteout conditions will be possible, making
travel very dangerous. Be prepared to alter any travel plans.

&&

$$

CTZ004-MAZ012-140000-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1700Z/
/O.CON.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T1700Z-170315T0000Z/
Windham CT-Southern Worcester MA-
Including the cities of Putnam, Willimantic, Milford, 
and Worcester
1158 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 1 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...

* LOCATIONS...Northeast Connecticut and South Central 
  Massachusetts.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and the potential for blizzard 
  conditions.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches, but 
  possibly as much as 24 inches in a few locations.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning. The 
  snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour 
  snowfall rates possible at times, especially from late morning 
  into Tuesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions due to near whiteout 
  conditions at times and snow covered roads. Strong winds may 
  result in isolated power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Watch means there is a potential for considerable
falling and/or blowing snow with sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph, with visibilities below one quarter mile, for
at least 3 hours. Whiteout conditions will be possible, making
travel very dangerous. Be prepared to alter any travel plans.

&&

$$

CTZ002-003-MAZ002>004-008>011-026-140000-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170315T0600Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Western Franklin MA-Eastern Franklin MA-
Northern Worcester MA-Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA-
Eastern Hampshire MA-Eastern Hampden MA-Northern Middlesex MA-
Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, 
Charlemont, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, Fitchburg, Chesterfield, 
Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, and Ayer
1158 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TUESDAY TO
2 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...

* LOCATIONS...Western and Central Massachusetts and northern 
  Connecticut.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning. The 
  snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour 
  snowfall rates possible at times into Tuesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions due to near whiteout 
  conditions at times and snow covered roads, especially Tuesday 
  morning through early Tuesday afternoon. Strong winds may 
  result in isolated power outages.

* WINDS...North 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible.

&&

$$

MAZ017>021-RIZ004>007-140000-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1900Z/
Northern Bristol MA-Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-
Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-Eastern Kent RI-
Bristol RI-Washington RI-Newport RI-
Including the cities of Taunton, Brockton, Plymouth, Fall River, 
New Bedford, Mattapoisett, East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick,
Bristol, Narragansett, Westerly, and Newport
1158 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 3 PM EDT
TUESDAY...

* LOCATIONS...Much of Southeast Massachusetts and southern Rhode 
  Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and strong winds.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 8 to 12 inches.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning. The 
  snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour 
  snowfall rates possible at times through late Tuesday morning. 
  Snow could change to sleet and rain Tuesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions due to poor visibility 
  and snow covered roads, especially Tuesday morning through 
  early Tuesday afternoon. Strong winds may result in scattered 
  power outages.

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible.

&&

$$

MAZ024-140000-
/O.CON.KBOX.WW.Y.0013.170314T0900Z-170314T1600Z/
Nantucket MA-
Including the city of Nantucket
1158 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO NOON
EDT TUESDAY...

* LOCATIONS...Nantucket.

* HAZARD TYPES...Snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 2 to 5 inches.

* TIMING...Snow develops between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning and 
  may fall heavy at times, before changing to rain late Tuesday 
  morning.

* IMPACTS...Slippery travel Tuesday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.

&&

$$

MAZ022-023-RIZ008-140000-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170314T1800Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
Vineyard Haven, and New Shoreham
1158 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
TUESDAY AFTERNOON...

* LOCATIONS...Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Block Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 4 to 8 inches.

* TIMING...Snow develops between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning and 
  may fall heavy at times, before changing to rain late Tuesday 
  morning or early Tuesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Difficult travel due to snow covered roads and low 
  visibility. Power outages are possible from the combination of 
  strong winds and the weight of the snow, especially if more 
  than 6 inches of snow falls.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow accumulations that may impact travel. Continue to monitor
the latest forecasts. Be prepared to modify travel plans should
winter weather develop.

&&

$$

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www.weather.gov/boston

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545 
WWUS41 KBOX 132011
WSWBOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
411 PM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

RIZ003-140415-
/O.CAN.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T1700Z-170315T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1900Z/
Western Kent RI-
Including the cities of Coventry and West Greenwich
411 PM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 3 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WATCH IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has cancelled the
Blizzard Watch.

* LOCATIONS...Western and Central Rhode Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow along with a light amount of sleet
  possible.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 10 to 15 inches.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning. The
  snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour
  snowfall rates possible at times, especially through midday.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and 
  may produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the 
  snow on tree limbs and power lines. Strong winds will lead to 
  blowing snow, reduced visibility, and additional power 
  outages. 

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One half mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning is issued when an average snowfall of
6 inches or more is expected within a 12 hour period, or for
8 inches or more in a 24 hour period. Travel will be slow at best
on well treated surfaces, and quite difficult on untreated
surfaces. Only travel in an emergency. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of
an emergency.

&&

$$

MAZ013>016-RIZ002-140415-
/O.CAN.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T1700Z-170315T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T2100Z/
Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-
Eastern Norfolk MA-Southeast Providence RI-
Including the cities of Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, 
Quincy, and Providence
411 PM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WATCH IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has cancelled the
Blizzard Watch.

* LOCATIONS...The I-95 corridor of Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and gusty with some sleet mixing in 
late.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 10 to 16 inches.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am tomorrow morning. The 
snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour 
snowfall rates possible at times, especially through early 
afternoon. Some rain may be mixing in during the mid to late 
afternoon hours.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and 
  may produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the 
  snow on tree limbs and power lines. Strong winds will lead to 
  blowing snow, reduced visibility, and additional power 
  outages. 

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 to 50 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One half mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning is issued when an average snowfall of
6 inches or more is expected within a 12 hour period, or for
8 inches or more in a 24 hour period. Travel will be slow at best
on well treated surfaces, and quite difficult on untreated
surfaces. Only travel in an emergency. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of
an emergency.

&&

$$

CTZ004-MAZ005>007-012-RIZ001-140415-
/O.UPG.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1700Z/
/O.UPG.KBOX.BZ.A.0002.170314T1700Z-170315T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KBOX.BZ.W.0003.170314T1200Z-170315T0000Z/
Windham CT-Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex MA-
Southern Worcester MA-Northwest Providence RI-
Including the cities of Putnam, Willimantic, Framingham, Lowell, 
Lawrence, Gloucester, Milford, Worcester, Foster, and Smithfield
411 PM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 8 PM EDT TUESDAY...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Blizzard
Warning, which is in effect from 8 AM to 8 PM EDT Tuesday. The
Winter Storm Warning is no longer in effect. The Blizzard Watch
is no longer in effect.

* LOCATIONS...Portions of Northeastern Connecticut, Northwestern
  Rhode Island as well as Central and Northeastern Massachusetts.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and the potential for blizzard 
  conditions.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 13 to 19 inches.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am tomorrow morning. The 
snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour 
snowfall rates possible at times, especially from late morning 
into the afternoon.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and 
  may produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the 
  snow on tree limbs and power lines. Strong winds will lead to 
  blowing snow, reduced visibility, and additional power 
  outages. 

* WINDS...Northeast 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 40 to 50 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning is issued when sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph are expected with considerable falling and/or
blowing snow. Visibilities will become poor with whiteout 
conditions at times. Those venturing outdoors may become lost or 
disoriented. So persons in the warning area are strongly advised 
to stay indoors.

&&

$$

CTZ002-003-MAZ002>004-008>011-026-140415-
/O.UPG.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170315T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KBOX.BZ.W.0003.170314T1200Z-170315T0000Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Western Franklin MA-Eastern Franklin MA-
Northern Worcester MA-Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA-
Eastern Hampshire MA-Eastern Hampden MA-Northern Middlesex MA-
Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, 
Charlemont, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, Fitchburg, Chesterfield, 
Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, and Ayer
411 PM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 8 PM EDT TUESDAY...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Blizzard
Warning, which is in effect from 8 AM to 8 PM EDT Tuesday. The
Winter Storm Warning is no longer in effect.

* LOCATIONS...Western Massachusetts and Hartford County in
  Connecticut.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow with Blizzard Conditions.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 16 to 22 inches.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning. The
  snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour
  snowfall rates possible at times into the afternoon.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and 
  may produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the 
  snow on tree limbs and power lines. Strong winds will lead to 
  blowing snow, reduced visibility, and additional power 
  outages. 

* WINDS...North 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 to 50 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible.

A Blizzard Warning is issued when sustained winds or frequent
gusts over 35 mph are expected with considerable falling and/or
blowing snow. Visibilities will become poor with whiteout 
conditions at times. Those venturing outdoors may become lost or 
disoriented. So persons in the warning area are strongly advised 
to stay indoors.

&&

$$

MAZ017-140415-
/O.EXT.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T2100Z/
Northern Bristol MA-
Including the city of Taunton
411 PM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...

* LOCATIONS...Bristol County in Massachusetts.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and gusty winds.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 8 to 12 inches, along with
  a trace of ice.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning. The
  snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour
  snowfall rates possible at times through mid day. Snow could
  change to sleet and rain during the afternoon.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and 
  may produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the 
  snow on tree limbs and power lines. 

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One half mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible.

&&

$$

MAZ018>021-RIZ004>007-140415-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1900Z/
Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-
Southern Plymouth MA-Eastern Kent RI-Bristol RI-Washington RI-
Newport RI-
Including the cities of Brockton, Plymouth, Fall River, 
New Bedford, Mattapoisett, East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick,
Bristol, Narragansett, Westerly, and Newport
411 PM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 3 PM EDT
TUESDAY...

* LOCATIONS...Southeast coastal Massachusetts and Coastal Rhode
  Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy snow and strong winds.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 6 to 10 inches, along with
  a trace of ice.

* TIMING...Snow begins between 5 and 7 am Tuesday morning. The
  snow will quickly become heavy with 2 to 4 inch per hour
  snowfall rates possible at times through late Tuesday morning.
  Snow could change to sleet but will then change to rain during
  the afternoon.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may
  produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the snow 
on tree limbs and power lines. Strong winds will lead to 
additional power outages. 

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One half mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible.

&&

$$

MAZ022-023-RIZ008-140415-
/O.UPG.KBOX.WS.A.0006.170314T0900Z-170314T1800Z/
/O.EXB.KBOX.WW.Y.0013.170314T0900Z-170314T1800Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
Vineyard Haven, and New Shoreham
411 PM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 2 PM EDT
TUESDAY...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Winter
Weather Advisory for heavy wet snow and sleet, which is in effect
from 5 AM to 2 PM EDT Tuesday. The Winter Storm Watch is no 
longer in effect.

* LOCATIONS...Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Block Island.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy wet snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches, along with a
  trace of ice.

* TIMING...Snow develops after 7 am Tuesday morning and may fall
  briefly heavy at times, before changing to sleet briefly, then
  rain late in the morning or by mid day.

* IMPACTS...The heavy wet snow may create snow covered roads and
  produce scattered power outages due to laden trees. Strong 
winds will lead to blowing snow, reduced visibility, and 
additional power outages. 

* WINDS...East 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* VISIBILITIES...One half mile or less at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet, or
freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for
slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.

&&

$$

MAZ024-140415-
/O.CON.KBOX.WW.Y.0013.170314T0900Z-170314T1600Z/
Nantucket MA-
Including the city of Nantucket
411 PM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO NOON
EDT TUESDAY...

* LOCATIONS...Nantucket.

* HAZARD TYPES...Heavy wet snow with some light sleet possible.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches.

* TIMING...Snow develops between after 7 am tomorrow morning and
  may fall heavy at times, before changing to rain late morning.

* IMPACTS...The heavy wet snow will produce scattered power
  outages. Strong winds will lead to reduced visibility, and 
additional power outages. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.

&&

$$

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The office that day

Everything else NWS Boston/Norton, MA issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 11, 10:13 AM ESTWind AdvisoryBOXBarnstable, Bristol, Dukes, Essex, Franklin, Hampden and 7 more10 hr
Mar 11, 5:14 PM ESTWind Chill AdvisoryBOXFranklin, Hampden, Hampshire, Worcester16 hr
Mar 11, 5:14 PM ESTWinter Storm WatchBOXBarnstable, Bristol, Dukes, Essex, Franklin, Hampden and 5 more46 hr

Nearby

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.