Winter Weather Advisory 13, NWS Boston/Norton, MA

929 
WWUS41 KBOX 131558
WSWBOX

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

RIZ001>003-140000-
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/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-
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/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-
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/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-
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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-
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/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-
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/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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www.weather.gov/boston

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826 
WWUS41 KBOX 140447
WSWBOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
1247 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

CTZ002>004-MAZ002>012-026-RIZ001-140900-
/O.CON.KBOX.BZ.W.0003.170314T1200Z-170315T0000Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Western Franklin MA-
Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-Central Middlesex MA-
Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex 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, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, 
Chesterfield, Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, 
Milford, Worcester, Ayer, Foster, and Smithfield
1247 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO
8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* 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.

&&

$$

MAZ018>021-RIZ003>007-140900-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1900Z/
Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-
Southern Plymouth MA-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-Bristol RI-
Washington RI-Newport RI-
Including the cities of Brockton, Plymouth, Fall River, 
New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Coventry, West Greenwich, 
East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, Bristol, Narragansett, 
Westerly, and Newport
1247 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM EARLY THIS
MORNING TO 3 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* 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.

&&

$$

MAZ013>017-RIZ002-140900-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T2100Z/
Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-
Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA-Southeast Providence RI-
Including the cities of Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, 
Quincy, Taunton, and Providence
1247 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM EARLY THIS
MORNING TO 5 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* 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.

&&

$$

MAZ024-140900-
/O.CON.KBOX.WW.Y.0013.170314T0900Z-170314T1600Z/
Nantucket MA-
Including the city of Nantucket
1247 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM EARLY THIS
MORNING TO NOON EDT TODAY...

* 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.

&&

$$

MAZ022-023-RIZ008-140900-
/O.CON.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
1247 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM EARLY THIS
MORNING TO 2 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* 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.

&&

$$

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987 
WWUS41 KBOX 140742
WSWBOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
342 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

CTZ002>004-MAZ002>012-026-RIZ001-141545-
/O.CON.KBOX.BZ.W.0003.170314T1200Z-170315T0000Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Western Franklin MA-
Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-Central Middlesex MA-
Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex 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, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, 
Chesterfield, Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, 
Milford, Worcester, Ayer, Foster, and Smithfield
342 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO
8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

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

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

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches, with
  localized 18 to 24 inch amounts possible across extreme western
  Massachusetts.

* TIMING...Snow will overspread the region through 7 am this
  morning. The snow will quickly become heavy by late morning with
  2 to 4 inch per hour snowfall rates possible at times into the
  afternoon. The snow may end as a bit of sleet or freezing rain across
  portions of northern CT into central MA and northeast MA. The 
  snow will taper off early this evening...but lingering snow 
  showers will remain possible especially across far western MA.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow and strong winds will result in
  blizzard conditions and near zero visibility at times. Many
  roads will become impassable and strong winds may result in some
  tree damage and scattered power outages...especially across 
  northeast MA. Travel is not recommended.

* WINDS...Northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 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.

&&

$$

MAZ018>021-RIZ003>007-141545-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T1900Z/
Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-
Southern Plymouth MA-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-Bristol RI-
Washington RI-Newport RI-
Including the cities of Brockton, Plymouth, Fall River, 
New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Coventry, West Greenwich, 
East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, Bristol, Narragansett, 
Westerly, and Newport
342 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

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

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

* TIMING...Snow develops through 7 am and becomes heavy by mid
  morning. Snowfall rates of 2 to 4 inch per hour snowfall rates possible
  through early afternoon before precipitation changes to sleet 
  and then rain. 

* IMPACTS...The heavy wet snow and strong winds may result in tree
  damage and scattered power outages along with poor visibility. 
  Roads may become impassable at times from the heavy wet snow 
  combined with the strong winds.

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 65 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.

&&

$$

MAZ013>017-RIZ002-141545-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.170314T0900Z-170314T2100Z/
Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-
Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA-Southeast Providence RI-
Including the cities of Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, 
Quincy, Taunton, and Providence
342 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

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

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 6 to 12 inches.

* TIMING...Snow develops through 8 am this morning and becomes
  heavy by mid to late morning. The snow will fall at 2 to 4 inches
  per hour before changing to sleet and then rain between 2 and 5
  pm.

* IMPACTS...The heavy wet snow and strong winds may result in tree
  damage and scattered power outages. Roads may become impassable
  with very heavy snowfall rates...near blizzard conditions for a
  short time and strong damaging winds. Travel is not recommended.

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 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.

&&

$$

MAZ024-141545-
/O.CON.KBOX.WW.Y.0013.170314T0900Z-170314T1600Z/
Nantucket MA-
Including the city of Nantucket
342 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT
TODAY...

* LOCATIONS...Nantucket.

* HAZARD TYPES...Accumulating snow.

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches.

* TIMING...Snow develops through 8 am this morning before changing
  to heavy rain by late morning or noon at the latest.

* IMPACTS...Roads may become snow covered and slippery this
  morning...but the main story will be the damaging wind gusts
  late this morning into the afternoon. Tree damage and scattered
  power outages are possible.

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-RIZ008-141545-
/O.CON.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
342 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

* HAZARD TYPES...Wet snow

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 1 to 4 inches.

* TIMING...Snow develops by 8 am this morning and will change to
  heavy rain by afternoon.  

* IMPACTS...Snow covered roads are possible for a time this
  morning. Otherwise...the main concern will be damaging wind
  gusts later this morning and afternoon. This may result in tree
  damage and scattered power outages.

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

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter 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.

&&

$$

Frank

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133 
WWUS41 KBOX 141119
WSWBOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
719 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

MAZ024-141230-
/O.CAN.KBOX.WW.Y.0013.000000T0000Z-170314T1600Z/
Nantucket MA-
Including the city of Nantucket
719 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has cancelled the Winter
Weather Advisory.

A brief period of snow and sleet are possible this morning...but a
coating to less than 1 inch of snow accumulations are expected.
Therefore...the winter weather advisory has been cancelled.

$$

CTZ002>004-MAZ002>012-026-RIZ001-141930-
/O.CON.KBOX.BZ.W.0003.170314T1200Z-170315T0000Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Western Franklin MA-
Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-Central Middlesex MA-
Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex 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, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, 
Chesterfield, Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, 
Milford, Worcester, Ayer, Foster, and Smithfield
719 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

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

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

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches, with 
  localized 18 to 24 inch amounts possible across extreme 
  western Massachusetts.

* TIMING...Snow will overspread the region through 7 am this 
  morning. The snow will quickly become heavy by late morning 
  with 2 to 4 inch per hour snowfall rates possible at times 
  into the afternoon. The snow may end as a bit of sleet or 
  freezing rain across portions of northern CT into central MA 
  and northeast MA. The snow will taper off early this evening...
  but lingering snow showers will remain possible especially 
  across far western MA.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow and strong winds will result in 
  blizzard conditions and near zero visibility at times. Many 
  roads will become impassable and strong winds may result in 
  some tree damage and scattered power outages...especially 
  across northeast MA. Travel is not recommended.

* WINDS...Northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 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.

&&

$$

MAZ018>021-RIZ003>007-141900-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-170314T1900Z/
Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-
Southern Plymouth MA-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-Bristol RI-
Washington RI-Newport RI-
Including the cities of Brockton, Plymouth, Fall River, 
New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Coventry, West Greenwich, 
East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, Bristol, Narragansett, 
Westerly, and Newport
719 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

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

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

* TIMING...Snow develops through 7 am and becomes heavy by mid 
  morning. Snowfall rates of 2 to 4 inch per hour snowfall rates 
  possible through early afternoon before precipitation changes 
  to sleet and then rain.

* IMPACTS...The heavy wet snow and strong winds may result in 
  tree damage and scattered power outages along with poor 
  visibility. Roads may become impassable at times from the 
  heavy wet snow combined with the strong winds.

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 65 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.

&&

$$

MAZ013>017-RIZ002-141930-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-170314T2100Z/
Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-
Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA-Southeast Providence RI-
Including the cities of Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, 
Quincy, Taunton, and Providence
719 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

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

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 6 to 12 inches.

* TIMING...Snow develops through 8 am this morning and becomes 
  heavy by mid to late morning. The snow will fall at 2 to 4 
  inches per hour before changing to sleet and then rain between 
  2 and 5 pm.

* IMPACTS...The heavy wet snow and strong winds may result in 
  tree damage and scattered power outages. Roads may become 
  impassable with very heavy snowfall rates...near blizzard 
  conditions for a short time and strong damaging winds. Travel 
  is not recommended.

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 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.

&&

$$

MAZ022-023-RIZ008-141800-
/O.CON.KBOX.WW.Y.0013.000000T0000Z-170314T1800Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
Vineyard Haven, and New Shoreham
719 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

* HAZARD TYPES...Wet snow

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 1 to 4 inches.

* TIMING...Snow develops by 8 am this morning and will change to 
  heavy rain by afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Snow covered roads are possible for a time this 
  morning. Otherwise...the main concern will be damaging wind 
  gusts later this morning and afternoon. This may result in 
  tree damage and scattered power outages.

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

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter 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.

&&

$$

Frank

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482 
WWUS41 KBOX 141423
WSWBOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
1023 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

RIZ008-141530-
/O.CAN.KBOX.WW.Y.0013.000000T0000Z-170314T1800Z/
Block Island RI-
Including the city of New Shoreham
1023 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has cancelled the Winter
Weather Advisory.

Precipitation has switched to rain, freezing precipitation is no
longer expected.

$$

CTZ002>004-MAZ002>012-026-RIZ001-142230-
/O.CON.KBOX.BZ.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170315T0000Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Western Franklin MA-
Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-Central Middlesex MA-
Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex 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, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, 
Chesterfield, Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, 
Milford, Worcester, Ayer, Foster, and Smithfield
1023 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

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

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

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches, along 
  with around a tenth of an inch of ice.

* TIMING...Snow will continue with 2 to 4 inch per hour snowfall 
rates possible at times into the afternoon. The snow may end as 
a bit of sleet or freezing rain across portions of northern CT 
into central MA and northeast MA. The snow will taper off early 
this evening... but lingering snow showers will remain possible 
especially across far western MA.

* IMPACTS...Snow and ice accumulations will make many roads 
  treacherous and impassable. The weight of the snow and ice on 
  tree limbs and power lines could produce scattered outages. 
  Strong winds will lead to blowing snow, reduced visibility, 
  and additional power outages. 

* WINDS...Northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 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.

&&

$$

MAZ018>021-RIZ003>007-141900-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-170314T1900Z/
Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-
Southern Plymouth MA-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-Bristol RI-
Washington RI-Newport RI-
Including the cities of Brockton, Plymouth, Fall River, 
New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Coventry, West Greenwich, 
East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, Bristol, Narragansett, 
Westerly, and Newport
1023 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

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

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 4 to 8 inches, along with 
  around a trace of ice.

* TIMING...Snow develops through 7 am and becomes heavy by mid 
  morning. Snowfall rates of 2 to 4 inch per hour snowfall rates 
  possible through early afternoon before precipitation changes 
  to sleet and then rain.

* IMPACTS...Snow and ice accumulations will make many roads 
  treacherous and impassable. The weight of the snow and ice on 
  tree limbs and power lines could produce isolated outages. 
  Strong winds will lead to blowing snow, reduced visibility, 
  and additional power outages. 

* WINDS...East 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 65 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.

&&

$$

MAZ013>017-RIZ002-142100-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-170314T2100Z/
Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-
Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA-Southeast Providence RI-
Including the cities of Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, 
Quincy, Taunton, and Providence
1023 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

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

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

* TIMING...Snow will continue with snowfall rates of 2 to 4 
inches per hour before changing to sleet and then rain between 2
and 5 pm.

* IMPACTS...Snow and ice accumulations will make many roads 
  treacherous and impassable. The weight of the snow and ice on 
  tree limbs and power lines could produce isolated outages. 
  Strong winds will lead to blowing snow, reduced visibility, 
  and additional power outages. 

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 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.

&&

$$

MAZ022-023-141800-
/O.CON.KBOX.WW.Y.0013.000000T0000Z-170314T1800Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
and Vineyard Haven
1023 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* LOCATIONS...Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard.

* HAZARD TYPES...Wet snow

* ACCUMULATIONS...2 to 4 inches of snow.

* TIMING...Snow will change to heavy rain by afternoon.

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

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

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter 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.

&&

$$

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387 
WWUS41 KBOX 141512
WSWBOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
1112 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

MAZ023-141615-
/O.CAN.KBOX.WW.Y.0013.000000T0000Z-170314T1800Z/
Dukes MA-
Including the city of Vineyard Haven
1112 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has cancelled the Winter
Weather Advisory.

Precipitation has changed to rain and little to no additional
freezing precipitation is expected.

$$

CTZ002>004-MAZ002>012-026-RIZ001-142315-
/O.CON.KBOX.BZ.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170315T0000Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Western Franklin MA-
Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-Central Middlesex MA-
Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex 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, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, 
Chesterfield, Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, 
Milford, Worcester, Ayer, Foster, and Smithfield
1112 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

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

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

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches, along 
  with around a tenth of an inch of ice.

* TIMING...Snow will continue with 2 to 4 inch per hour snowfall 
  rates possible at times into the afternoon. The snow may end 
  as a bit of sleet or freezing rain across portions of northern 
  CT into central MA and northeast MA. The snow will taper off 
  early this evening... but lingering snow showers will remain 
  possible especially across far western MA.

* IMPACTS...Snow and ice accumulations will make many roads 
  treacherous and impassable. The weight of the snow and ice on 
  tree limbs and power lines could produce scattered outages. 
  Strong winds will lead to blowing snow, reduced visibility, 
  and additional power outages. 

* WINDS...Northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 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.

&&

$$

MAZ018>021-RIZ003>007-141900-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-170314T1900Z/
Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-
Southern Plymouth MA-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-Bristol RI-
Washington RI-Newport RI-
Including the cities of Brockton, Plymouth, Fall River, 
New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Coventry, West Greenwich, 
East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, Bristol, Narragansett, 
Westerly, and Newport
1112 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

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

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 4 to 8 inches, along with 
  around a trace of ice.

* TIMING...Snow develops through 7 am and becomes heavy by mid 
  morning. Snowfall rates of 2 to 4 inch per hour snowfall rates 
  possible through early afternoon before precipitation changes 
  to sleet and then rain.

* IMPACTS...Snow and ice accumulations will make many roads 
  treacherous and impassable. The weight of the snow and ice on 
  tree limbs and power lines could produce isolated outages. 
  Strong winds will lead to blowing snow, reduced visibility, 
  and additional power outages. 

* WINDS...East 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 65 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.

&&

$$

MAZ013>017-RIZ002-142100-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-170314T2100Z/
Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-
Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA-Southeast Providence RI-
Including the cities of Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, 
Quincy, Taunton, and Providence
1112 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

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

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

* TIMING...Snow will continue with snowfall rates of 2 to 4 
  inches per hour before changing to sleet and then rain between 
  2 and 5 pm.

* IMPACTS...Snow and ice accumulations will make many roads 
  treacherous and impassable. The weight of the snow and ice on 
  tree limbs and power lines could produce isolated outages. 
  Strong winds will lead to blowing snow, reduced visibility, 
  and additional power outages. 

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 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.

&&

$$

MAZ022-141800-
/O.CON.KBOX.WW.Y.0013.000000T0000Z-170314T1800Z/
Barnstable MA-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, and Provincetown
1112 AM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* LOCATIONS...Cape Cod.

* HAZARD TYPES...Wet snow

* ACCUMULATIONS...2 to 4 inches of snow.

* TIMING...Snow will change to heavy rain by afternoon.

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

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

* VISIBILITIES...One quarter 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.

&&

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381 
WWUS41 KBOX 141735
WSWBOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
135 PM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

MAZ020-021-RIZ006-007-141845-
/O.CAN.KBOX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-170314T1900Z/
Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-Washington RI-Newport RI-
Including the cities of Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, 
Narragansett, Westerly, and Newport
135 PM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has cancelled the Winter
Storm Warning.

With the change to mainly rain, little to no additional wintry
precipitation is expected.

$$

MAZ022-141845-
/O.CAN.KBOX.WW.Y.0013.000000T0000Z-170314T1800Z/
Barnstable MA-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, and Provincetown
135 PM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has cancelled the Winter
Weather Advisory.

With the change to mainly rain, little to no additional wintry
precipitation is expected.

$$

CTZ002>004-MAZ002>012-026-RIZ001-150000-
/O.CON.KBOX.BZ.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170315T0000Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Western Franklin MA-
Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-Central Middlesex MA-
Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex 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, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, 
Chesterfield, Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, 
Milford, Worcester, Ayer, Foster, and Smithfield
135 PM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

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

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

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 12 to 18 inches, along 
  with around a tenth of an inch of ice.

* TIMING...Snow will continue with 2 to 4 inch per hour snowfall 
  rates possible at times into the afternoon. The snow may end 
  as a bit of sleet or freezing rain across portions of northern 
  CT into central MA and northeast MA. The snow will taper off 
  early this evening... but lingering snow showers will remain 
  possible especially across far western MA.

* IMPACTS...Snow and ice accumulations will make many roads 
  treacherous and impassable. The weight of the snow and ice on 
  tree limbs and power lines could produce scattered outages. 
  Strong winds will lead to blowing snow, reduced visibility, 
  and additional power outages. 

* WINDS...Northeast 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 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.

&&

$$

MAZ018-019-RIZ003>005-141900-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-170314T1900Z/
Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-Western Kent RI-
Eastern Kent RI-Bristol RI-
Including the cities of Brockton, Plymouth, Coventry, 
West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, 
and Bristol
135 PM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

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

* ACCUMULATIONS...Snow accumulation of 4 to 8 inches, along with 
  around a trace of ice.

* TIMING...Snow develops through 7 am and becomes heavy by mid 
  morning. Snowfall rates of 2 to 4 inch per hour snowfall rates 
  possible through early afternoon before precipitation changes 
  to sleet and then rain.

* IMPACTS...Snow and ice accumulations will make many roads 
  treacherous and impassable. The weight of the snow and ice on 
  tree limbs and power lines could produce isolated outages. 
  Strong winds will lead to blowing snow, reduced visibility, 
  and additional power outages. 

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

&&

$$

MAZ013>017-RIZ002-142100-
/O.CON.KBOX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-170314T2100Z/
Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-
Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA-Southeast Providence RI-
Including the cities of Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, 
Quincy, Taunton, and Providence
135 PM EDT Tue Mar 14 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

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

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

* TIMING...Snow will continue with snowfall rates of 2 to 4 
  inches per hour before changing to sleet and then rain between 
  2 and 5 pm.

* IMPACTS...Snow and ice accumulations will make many roads 
  treacherous and impassable. The weight of the snow and ice on 
  tree limbs and power lines could produce isolated outages. 
  Strong winds will lead to blowing snow, reduced visibility, 
  and additional power outages. 

* WINDS...Northeast 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 60 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.

&&

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Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Taunton MA
114 AM EDT Mon Mar 13 2017

.SYNOPSIS...
A major winter storm will impact the region Tuesday into Tuesday
night with heavy snow, strong winds, and possible coastal flooding.
Blizzard conditions are possible along portions of eastern MA and
Rhode Island.  Blustery Thursday, then fair and cold Friday as
high pressure builds in. Another round of unsettled weather is
possible during the weekend, currently favoring Sunday.

&&

.NEAR TERM /UNTIL 6 AM THIS MORNING/...

1 am update...

Still seeing some gusty winds, especially along the coastal
plain, but believe these winds should diminishing over the next
few hours. Otherwise, prior forecast looks on track with
temperatures heading into the single numbers for most interior
areas. A few spots in NW MA may dip a little below zero. Skies
should remain clear.

930 pm update...

Winds remain gusty this evening but will diminish overnight as
high pres from the Gt Lakes moves east and the gradient relaxes.
Clear skies and diminishing wind will allow radiational cooling
overnight. With dew points about 5 degrees either side of zero,
expect most min temps in the single numbers. A few cold spots
may dip a couple of degrees below zero while the urban heat
island of Boston drops into the lower teens.

&&

.SHORT TERM /6 AM THIS MORNING THROUGH 6 PM TUESDAY/...
High pressure overhead will keep fair weather through the day
and evening. As the high shifts east, mid and high clouds will
move overhead. Model high-level moisture fields suggest a period
of increased mid-high clouds early afternoon followed by
thinning. Temps at the top of the mixed layer will be equivalent
to -15C thru -17C at 850 mb, so max temps should be mid 20s to
low 30s.

&&

.LONG TERM /TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY/...
Highlights on Major Winter Storm Tuesday:

* High confidence in 12" to 18" of snow for many locations with
  a low risk for isolated 20" to 24" amounts

* Exception is mainly across the Cape/Islands where snowfall amounts
  are highly uncertain given Ptype uncertainty

* Blizzard conditions along with strong to damaging wind gusts
  possible across eastern MA/RI

Details on Major Winter Storm...

High confidence in a major winter storm for most of the region with
the potential for blizzard conditions and strong to damaging wind
gusts possible across eastern MA/RI.  Confidence in a heavy snowfall
is quite high over much of the county warning area, but given the
event is still 48+ hours out in the model world uncertainty remains.
The two main issues are where the axis of heaviest snow will setup
along with Ptype across extreme southeast new England, focused
across the Cape/Islands.  Will break it down a bit more below.

Timing...

Vigorous shortwave diving down from Canada will spawn rapid
cyclogenesis along the coast.  This will increase the forcing for
ascent and snow should rapidly overspread the region between 4 and 8
am Tuesday morning.  The rapid intensification of this low will
generate an 850 mb easterly low level jet this is 4 to 5 standard
deviations above normal.  The result will be an area of tremendous
omega/frontogenesis developing Tuesday morning and into the
afternoon.  Both the GFS/NAM indicate a period of 30 to 50 units of
omega in the snow growth region for a time.  This certainly may
yield 2 to 4" per hour snowfall rates for a time and would not be
surprised to see a bit of thundersnow.  The heaviest snow should
taper off to snow showers from southwest to northeast Tuesday night
as the intensifying surface low lifts to our northeast.

Snowfall Amounts...

The models have come into much better agreement over the last 24 to
48 hours, but small nuances are enough to make a significant
difference in the overall outcome in some locations.  Given the
overall synoptics and expected strong omega/frontogenesis...we are
quite confident in much of the region receiving 12 to 18 inches of
snow. While QPF may be less on some of the guidance in our western
zones...many models track the mid level low across eastern CT and up
through central MA.  Snowfall amounts are often underdone to the
northwest of this region in the mid level deformation zone/back.
bent mid level warm front.  The exact track this storm and its mid
level centers remains uncertain...but there certainly is a low risk
for isolated 20 to 24" in amounts.  Highest risk for this would
probably be northwest of the Boston to Providence corridor. Portions
of eastern MA/RI may have to contend with a mid level dry slot which
may cut down amounts for some of these locations.  However, models
still show some low level frontogenesis and assistance from a coastal
front that may result in another area of enhanced snowfall.

Ptype Uncertainty...

The most difficult portion of this forecast revolves around ptype
across extreme southeast MA and especially across the the
Cape/Islands.  The NAM model is the most aggressive given its surface
track across far southeast MA allowing for a change to rain across
the south coast and into much of far southeast MA.  We think this is
probably too aggressive, while the GFS showing pretty much all snow
for the Cape/Islands is likely too cold.  Therefore, we blended the
guidance and basically have to 4 to 8 inches of snow in this region.
A lot of uncertainty in these amounts though and they certainly may
need to be adjusted.

Headlines and Strong Winds....

Potent northeast low level jet and good mixing should result in 50
to 60 mph wind gusts along the immediate coast, with 40 to 50 mph
gusts further back into interior eastern MA and RI.  Given the
potential for those wind speeds and heavy snow...opted to expand the
Blizzard Watch across most of eastern MA and RI.  Blizzard
conditions are possible with blowing and drifting snow along with
near white-out conditions possible at times.  Many roads may become
impassable on Tuesday.  In addition...given our very high confidence
in heavy snow across all but the Cape/Islands have converted the
Winter Storm Watch to a Warning.  Will let the later shifts decide
on whether or not confidence is high enough to convert Blizzard
Watches to Blizzard Warnings.

Across the Cape/Islands too much ptype uncertainty, so continued a
Winter Storm Watch and High Wind Watch.  Given the wet nature of the
snow along the coast...there will be an increased risk for tree
damage and power outages.  Something will have to watch closely.

Thursday and Friday...Moderate confidence.

Lingering northwest flow Thursday as high pressure approaches,
but less pressure gradient than Wednesday so expect lighter
winds. High pressure overhead Friday. Expect dry weather both
days.

Saturday and Sunday...Low confidence.

Shortwave races east from the Canadian Prairies and digs
southeast. Associated surface low redevelops along the Mid
Atlantic coast. Timing on this feature has been shifting.
Previously it looked like a Saturday storm. Now it looks like a
Sunday storm. We are indicating chance pops for Sunday, but with
low confidence due to timing.

&&

.AVIATION /05Z MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY/...
Forecaster Confidence Levels...

Low - less than 30 percent.
Moderate - 30 to 60 percent.
High - greater than 60 percent.

Overnight through Monday...High confidence.

VFR through the period. NW winds should diminish 06-09Z.

KBOS TAF...High confidence. Snow approaches terminal after 10Z
Tue with likely rapid drop in vsby around or very soon after Tue
12Z to 1 mile or less.

KBDL TAF...High confidence. Snow likely reducing vsby below 2
miles after 09z Tue and below 1 mile by 12Z Tue.

Outlook /Tuesday Night through Friday/...

Monday Night...High confidence. VFR.

Tuesday and Tuesday Night...Moderate to high confidence. Snow should
arrive between 8z and 12z. Periods of moderate to heavy snow will
result in IFR to LIFR conditions at times through the afternoon
before tapering off Tue night. Northeast Wind gusts of 40 to 50
knots expected along the coast late Tue morning into Tue afternoon,
will result in blowing and drifting snow. Ptype mainly snow except a
change to rain may occur across the Cape/Islands.

Wednesday...Moderate Confidence.

Conditions improving to VFR in general, but with areas of MVFR
in scattered snow showers. Northwest winds will gust to 30
knots.

Thursday-Friday...High confidence. VFR.

&&

.MARINE...
Forecaster Confidence Levels...

Low - less than 30 percent.
Moderate - 30 to 60 percent.
High - greater than 60 percent.

Tonight...High confidence.

West northwest winds gusting 25 to 30 kt will diminish early
tonight. Areas of light freezing spray will slowly diminish
overnight. Lingering 5 to 6 foot seas on the outer waters, but
these will subside toward morning. Small Craft Advisory remains
in effect through evening, then ends close to shore while an
advisory remains in effect overnight over the outer waters.

Monday...High confidence.

High pressure moves over the waters. Winds will become light,
then shift from the south and southwest late afternoon. Some 5
foot seas east of Cape Cod early, otherwise seas below 5 feet
through the day.

Outlook /Tuesday Night through Friday/...

High confidence.

* Dangerous Conditions for Mariners Tuesday and Tuesday Night *

Monday Night...High confidence.  Light winds and flat seas ahead of
the approaching storm.

Tuesday and Tuesday night...Moderate to high confidence.
Intensifying low pressure system will result in rapidly building
winds/seas Tuesday morning.  By Tue afternoon...expect northeast
wind gusts of 45 to 55 knots with a low risk for a few gusts up to
60 knots.  Seas should build to over 20 feet by late Tue and Tue
night across our eastern outer-waters. Upgraded to Storm
Warnings for all waters except Boston Harbor and Narragansett
Bay...where we have issued a Storm Watch.

Wednesday...Moderate confidence.

Northwest winds 25 to 30 knots. Lingering 8 to 13 foot seas on
the outer waters, and 5 to 9 feet on the exposed waters closer
to shore such as Mass Bay and RI Sound. Seas further diminishing
Wednesday night. Small Craft Advisory will be needed. Low
probability for Gales.

Thursday and Friday...Moderate confidence.

Diminishing northwest wind as high pressure approaches from the
west. Lingering 5 foot seas on the outer waters Thursday, then
seas below 5 feet Friday.

&&

.TIDES/COASTAL FLOODING...
We hoisted a Coastal Flood Watch for the early Tuesday afternoon
high tide cycle along the eastern MA Coast, which includes the Cape
and Nantucket.  We are fortunate that the high tide is not a few
hours later, when the seas will be more built up.
Nonetheless...given potential for northeast wind gusts of 50 knots
and a 2 to 3 foot storm surge minor coastal flooding with pockets of
moderate coastal flooding are possible along with some beach
erosion.  A timing change by just a few hours will make a
difference...so felt it was worth a watch at this time.

Also, will need to watch the late Tue night high tide given seas
will still be built up.  If the wind stays north we can not rule out
some minor to perhaps even isolated pockets of moderate coastal
flooding.

&&

.CLIMATE...
Record Low Max Today

Boston      25/1984
Providence  25/1984
Hartford    24/1984
Worcester   22/1998 was tied today

Record Low for Monday

Boston      3/1885
Providence 12/1948
Hartford    5/1941
Worcester   4/1941

&&

.BOX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
CT...Winter Storm Warning from 5 AM Tuesday to 2 AM EDT Wednesday
     for CTZ002>004.
MA...High Wind Watch from Tuesday morning through Tuesday afternoon
     for MAZ022>024.
     Winter Storm Watch from late tonight through late Tuesday
     night for MAZ022>024.
     Winter Storm Warning from 5 AM to 1 PM EDT Tuesday for
     MAZ005>007-013>021.
     Coastal Flood Watch from Tuesday morning through Tuesday
     afternoon for MAZ007-014>016-019-022-024.
     Blizzard Watch from Tuesday afternoon through late Tuesday
     night for MAZ005>007-013>021.
     Winter Storm Warning from 5 AM Tuesday to 2 AM EDT Wednesday
     for MAZ002>004-008>012-026.
RI...High Wind Watch from Tuesday morning through Tuesday afternoon
     for RIZ008.
     Winter Storm Watch from late tonight through late Tuesday
     night for RIZ008.
     Winter Storm Warning from 5 AM to 1 PM EDT Tuesday for
     RIZ002>007.
     Blizzard Watch from Tuesday afternoon through late Tuesday
     night for RIZ002>007.
     Winter Storm Warning from 5 AM Tuesday to 2 AM EDT Wednesday
     for RIZ001.
MARINE...Storm Warning from 8 AM to 6 PM EDT Tuesday for ANZ232>235-237-
     254>256.
     Storm Watch from Tuesday morning through Tuesday afternoon for
     ANZ230-236.
     Storm Warning from 11 AM to 6 PM EDT Tuesday for ANZ231-250-
     251.

&&

SYNOPSIS...WTB/Frank
NEAR TERM...WTB/KJC/Thompson
SHORT TERM...WTB
LONG TERM...WTB/Frank
AVIATION...WTB/Frank/Thompson
MARINE...WTB/Frank/Thompson
TIDES/COASTAL FLOODING...Frank
CLIMATE...Staff

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Taunton MA
349 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

CTZ002>004-MAZ002>004-008>012-026-RIZ001-132000-
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-
349 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

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

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for northern Connecticut, central
Massachusetts, eastern Massachusetts, western Massachusetts and
northern Rhode Island.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Winter Storm Warning.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

MAZ005-006-013-017-018-020-021-RIZ002>007-132000-
Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA-Western Norfolk MA-
Northern Bristol MA-Western Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-
Southern Plymouth MA-Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI-
Eastern Kent RI-Bristol RI-Washington RI-Newport RI-
349 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...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern Massachusetts,
northeastern Massachusetts, southeastern Massachusetts, northern
Rhode Island and southern Rhode Island.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Winter Storm Warning.
   Blizzard Watch.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

MAZ007-014>016-019-132000-
Eastern Essex MA-Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-
Eastern Norfolk MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-
349 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

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

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern Massachusetts,
northeastern Massachusetts and southeastern Massachusetts.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Winter Storm Warning.
   Coastal Flood Watch.
   Blizzard Watch.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

MAZ022-024-132000-
Barnstable MA-Nantucket MA-
349 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH LATE
TUESDAY NIGHT...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY
AFTERNOON...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH
TUESDAY AFTERNOON...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southeastern Massachusetts.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Winter Storm Watch.
   High Wind Watch.
   Coastal Flood Watch.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

MAZ023-RIZ008-132000-
Dukes MA-Block Island RI-
349 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH LATE
TUESDAY NIGHT...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY
AFTERNOON...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southeastern Massachusetts
and southern Rhode Island.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Winter Storm Watch.
   High Wind Watch.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

ANZ232>235-237-254>256-132000-
Nantucket Sound-Vineyard Sound-Buzzards Bay-Rhode Island Sound-
Block Island Sound-
Coastal waters from Provincetown MA to Chatham MA to Nantucket MA
out 20 nm-
Coastal Waters extending out to 25 nm South of Marthas Vineyard and
Nantucket-
Coastal Waters from Montauk NY to Marthas Vineyard extending out to
20 nm South of Block Island-
349 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY
AFTERNOON...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Massachusetts coastal waters
and Rhode Island coastal waters.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Storm Watch.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

ANZ231-250-251-132000-
Cape Cod Bay-
Coastal waters east of Ipswich Bay and the Stellwagen Bank National
Marine Sanctuary-Massachusetts Bay and Ipswich Bay-
349 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY
AFTERNOON...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Massachusetts coastal waters.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Storm Watch.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

ANZ236-132000-
Narragansett Bay-
349 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY
AFTERNOON...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Rhode Island coastal waters.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Gale Watch.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

ANZ230-132000-
Boston Harbor-
349 PM EDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY
EVENING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Massachusetts coastal waters.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Gale Watch.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

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