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Wind Advisory 11, NWS Boston/Norton, MA

March 13, 2018Barnstable County, Dukes County, Nantucket County, Massachusetts

NWS Boston/Norton, MA issued this wind advisory at Mar 13, 2018, 7:32 PM EDT for Barnstable County, Dukes County, Nantucket County, Massachusetts. It was in force for 22 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Mar 13, 2018, 7:32 PM EDT (23:32 UTC)
Expired
Mar 14, 2018, 6:00 PM EDT
In force
22 hr
Issued by
NWS Boston/Norton, MA

Counties Barnstable County, MA, Dukes County, MA, Nantucket County, MA

The radar

The Boston radar (KBOX), 88 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 23:35 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, 11.5 hours before the alert went out and 39 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 2018-03-13Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 2 joules per kilogram.LCLEL10008507005003002001001 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 2018-03-13The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 580 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 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
2 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
428 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
73 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
580 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
827 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

066 
WWUS71 KBOX 132332
NPWBOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
732 PM EDT Tue Mar 13 2018

MAZ024-140200-
/O.EXT.KBOX.HW.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180314T0200Z/
Nantucket MA-
Including the city of Nantucket
732 PM EDT Tue Mar 13 2018

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* Location...Nantucket

* Winds...Northwest 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* Timing...Through early this evening.

* Impacts...These strong winds will result in power outages and
  tree damage. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning is issued when sustained winds of 40 mph are
expected for at least one hour, with gusts of 58 mph or greater
at any time. Damage to trees, power lines, and property are
possible with winds of this magnitude. Power outages are likely.
Take action to secure loose outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MAZ022-023-140400-
/O.NEW.KBOX.WI.Y.0011.180313T2332Z-180314T0400Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
and Vineyard Haven
732 PM EDT Tue Mar 13 2018

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect until midnight EDT tonight.

* Location...Cape Cod and Marthas Vineyard.

* Winds...Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Timing...Through this evening

* Impacts...Strong winds may down tree branches and limbs.
  Additional power outages are possible. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 31 to 39 mph are
expected, with gusts between 46 to 57 mph. Winds this strong are
capable of downing small tree limbs and branches, possibly
causing isolated power outages. Driving can also be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

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5 follow-up statements
729 
WWUS71 KBOX 140153
NPWBOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
953 PM EDT Tue Mar 13 2018

MAZ024-141000-
/O.CAN.KBOX.HW.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180314T0200Z/
/O.EXB.KBOX.WI.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-180314T2100Z/
Nantucket MA-
Including the city of Nantucket
953 PM EDT Tue Mar 13 2018

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect until 5 PM EDT Wednesday. The High
Wind Warning has been cancelled.

* Location...Nantucket.

* Winds...West 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Timing...Through Wednesday evening.

* Impacts...Strong winds may down tree branches and limbs. 
  Additional power outages are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 31 to 39 mph are
expected, with gusts between 46 to 57 mph. Winds this strong are
capable of downing small tree limbs and branches, possibly
causing isolated power outages. Driving can also be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

MAZ022-023-140400-
/O.CON.KBOX.WI.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-180314T0400Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
and Vineyard Haven
953 PM EDT Tue Mar 13 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...

* Location...Cape Cod and Marthas Vineyard.

* Winds...Northwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

* Timing...Through this early morning.

* Impacts...Strong winds may down tree branches and limbs. 
  Additional power outages are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 31 to 39 mph are
expected, with gusts between 46 to 57 mph. Winds this strong are
capable of downing small tree limbs and branches, possibly
causing isolated power outages. Driving can also be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

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
236 
WWUS71 KBOX 140404
NPWBOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
1204 AM EDT Wed Mar 14 2018

MAZ022-023-140515-
/O.EXP.KBOX.WI.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-180314T0400Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
and Vineyard Haven
1204 AM EDT Wed Mar 14 2018

...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

Winds will continue to dissipate through the early morning hours.

$$

MAZ024-141215-
/O.CON.KBOX.WI.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-180314T2100Z/
Nantucket MA-
Including the city of Nantucket
1204 AM EDT Wed Mar 14 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* Location...Nantucket.

* Winds...West 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Timing...Through Wednesday evening.

* Impacts...Strong winds may down tree branches and limbs. 
  Additional power outages are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 31 to 39 mph are
expected, with gusts between 46 to 57 mph. Winds this strong are
capable of downing small tree limbs and branches, possibly
causing isolated power outages. Driving can also be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

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

You can follow us on Facebook at
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You can follow us on Twitter at
@NWSBoston
619 
WWUS71 KBOX 140752
NPWBOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
352 AM EDT Wed Mar 14 2018

MAZ022-023-141600-
/O.EXB.KBOX.WI.Y.0011.180314T1400Z-180314T2100Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
and Vineyard Haven
352 AM EDT Wed Mar 14 2018

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 5 PM EDT
THIS AFTERNOON...

The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from 10 AM this morning to 5 PM EDT
this afternoon.

* Location...Cape Cod and Marthas Vineyard

* Winds...Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* Timing...Through this evening.

* Impacts...Strong winds may down tree branches and limbs. 
  Additional power outages are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 31 to 39 mph are
expected, with gusts between 46 to 57 mph. Winds this strong are
capable of downing small tree limbs and branches, possibly
causing isolated power outages. Driving can also be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

MAZ024-141600-
/O.CON.KBOX.WI.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-180314T2100Z/
Nantucket MA-
Including the city of Nantucket
352 AM EDT Wed Mar 14 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* Location...Nantucket.

* Winds...Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Timing...Through Wednesday evening.

* Impacts...Strong winds may down tree branches and limbs. 
  Additional power outages are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 31 to 39 mph are
expected, with gusts between 46 to 57 mph. Winds this strong are
capable of downing small tree limbs and branches, possibly
causing isolated power outages. Driving can also be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

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

You can follow us on Facebook at
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@NWSBoston
547 
WWUS71 KBOX 141423
NPWBOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
1023 AM EDT Wed Mar 14 2018

MAZ022-023-142100-
/O.CON.KBOX.WI.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-180314T2100Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
and Vineyard Haven
1023 AM EDT Wed Mar 14 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* Location...Cape Cod and Marthas Vineyard

* Winds...Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* Timing...Through this evening.

* Impacts...Strong winds may down tree branches and limbs. 
  Additional power outages are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 31 to 39 mph are
expected, with gusts between 46 to 57 mph. Winds this strong are
capable of downing small tree limbs and branches, possibly
causing isolated power outages. Driving can also be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

MAZ024-142100-
/O.CON.KBOX.WI.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-180314T2100Z/
Nantucket MA-
Including the city of Nantucket
1023 AM EDT Wed Mar 14 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* Location...Nantucket.

* Winds...Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Timing...Through Wednesday evening.

* Impacts...Strong winds may down tree branches and limbs. 
  Additional power outages are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 31 to 39 mph are
expected, with gusts between 46 to 57 mph. Winds this strong are
capable of downing small tree limbs and branches, possibly
causing isolated power outages. Driving can also be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

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

You can follow us on Facebook at
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You can follow us on Twitter at
@NWSBoston
433 
WWUS71 KBOX 142000
NPWBOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Taunton MA
400 PM EDT Wed Mar 14 2018

MAZ022-023-142200-
/O.EXT.KBOX.WI.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-180314T2200Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
and Vineyard Haven
400 PM EDT Wed Mar 14 2018

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* Location...Cape Cod and Marthas Vineyard

* Winds...Southwest 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* Timing...Through this evening.

* Impacts...Strong winds may down tree branches and limbs. 
  Additional power outages are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 31 to 39 mph are
expected, with gusts between 46 to 57 mph. Winds this strong are
capable of downing small tree limbs and branches, possibly
causing isolated power outages. Driving can also be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

MAZ024-142200-
/O.EXT.KBOX.WI.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-180314T2200Z/
Nantucket MA-
Including the city of Nantucket
400 PM EDT Wed Mar 14 2018

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* Location...Nantucket.

* Winds...West around 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Timing...Through Wednesday evening.

* Impacts...Strong winds may down tree branches and limbs. 
  Additional power outages are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 31 to 39 mph are
expected, with gusts between 46 to 57 mph. Winds this strong are
capable of downing small tree limbs and branches, possibly
causing isolated power outages. Driving can also be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

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

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The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 13, 5:47 AM EDTSpecial Weather StatementBOXBristol, Norfolk, Plymouth58 min
Mar 13, 6:48 AM EDTSpecial Weather StatementBOXBristol, Norfolk, Plymouth87 min
Mar 13, 7:31 PM EDTSmall Craft AdvisoryBOX4 days

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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.