Alert archive / Massachusetts / Excessive Heat Warnings in 2021
Excessive Heat Warning 1, NWS Boston/Norton, MA
NWS Boston/Norton, MA issued this excessive heat warning at Aug 11, 2021, 3:28 PM EDT for 10 counties in Massachusetts; Capitol Planning Region, Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut; Bristol County, Kent County, Providence County, Rhode Island. It took effect at Aug 12, 2021, 12:00 PM EDT. It was in force for 8 hr. 14 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.
The facts
- Issued
- Aug 11, 2021, 3:28 PM EDT (19:28 UTC)
- In effect from
- Aug 12, 2021, 12:00 PM EDT
- Expired
- Aug 12, 2021, 8:00 PM EDT
- In force
- 8 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Boston/Norton, MA
Counties Capitol Planning Region, CT, Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, CT, Bristol County, MA, Essex County, MA, Franklin County, MA, Hampden County, MA, Hampshire County, MA, Middlesex County, MA, Norfolk County, MA, Plymouth County, MA, Suffolk County, MA, Worcester County, MA, Bristol County, RI, Kent County, RI, Providence County, RI
The radar
The Boston radar (KBOX), 48 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 19:30 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.
What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 4:49 PM EDT | TSTM WND DMG | Colrain, MA | TREE AND WIRES DOWN ON WILSON HILL ROAD NEAR PURLINGTON LANE |
| Aug 12, 5:23 PM EDT | TSTM WND DMG | Huntington, MA | UTLIITY POLE DOWN AND WIRES DOWN ON UNOCCUPIED CAR ON UPPER RUSSELL ROAD |
| Aug 12, 5:27 PM EDT | TSTM WND DMG | Northfield, MA | TREE AND WIRES DOWN ON WESTHAMPTON ROAD |
| Aug 12, 5:27 PM EDT | TSTM WND DMG | Westfield, MA | MULTIPLE TREES DOWN BLOCKING A PORTION OF RTE 202 |
| Aug 12, 5:27 PM EDT | TSTM WND GST 68 | Westfield-Barnes Ap, MA | |
| Aug 12, 5:30 PM EDT | TSTM WND DMG | Russell, MA | TREE DOWN ON RTE 23 AT RTE 20 INTERSECTION |
| Aug 12, 5:33 PM EDT | TSTM WND DMG | Holyoke, MA | TREE AND WIRES DOWN ON BUILDING AND CAR ON WILSON AVE |
| Aug 12, 5:35 PM EDT | TSTM WND DMG | Easthampton, MA | TREE AND WIRES DOWN ON NORTHHAMPTON STREET |
| Aug 12, 5:37 PM EDT | TSTM WND DMG | Granby, MA | MULTIPLE TREES DOWN ON RTE 202 |
| Aug 12, 5:37 PM EDT | TSTM WND GST 58 | Westover Afb, MA | |
| Aug 12, 5:44 PM EDT | TSTM WND DMG | Agawam, MA | TREE AND WIRES DOWN ON HIGH STREET. TREE DOWN ON LINE STREET |
| Aug 12, 5:50 PM EDT | TSTM WND DMG | Chicopee, MA | TREE DOWN ON HOME ON CRESCENT DRIVE |
| Aug 12, 6:25 PM EDT | TSTM WND DMG | Warren, MA | TREE AND WIRES DOWN ON OLD DOUGLAS ROAD |
| Aug 12, 6:38 PM EDT | TSTM WND DMG | Worcester, MA | TREES AND WIRES DOWN ON FERDINAND STREET |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Brookhaven, NY (KOKX), launched 12:00Z, 7.5 hours before the alert went out and 170 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.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 977 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- -44 J/kg
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 711 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 15 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 29 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 18 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
950 WWUS71 KBOX 111928 NPWBOX URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 328 PM EDT Wed Aug 11 2021 CTZ002>004-MAZ003>007-010>019-026-RIZ001>005-120830- /O.NEW.KBOX.EH.W.0001.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ /O.EXT.KBOX.EH.A.0001.210813T0000Z-210814T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.HT.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-210812T0000Z/ Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Eastern Franklin MA- Northern Worcester MA-Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA- Eastern Essex MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-Eastern Hampden MA- Southern Worcester MA-Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA- Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA- Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-Northern Middlesex MA- Northwest Providence RI-Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI- Eastern Kent RI-Bristol RI- Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, Putnam, Willimantic, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, Fitchburg, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, Milford, Worcester, Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, Quincy, Taunton, Brockton, Plymouth, Ayer, Foster, Smithfield, Providence, Coventry, West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, and Bristol 328 PM EDT Wed Aug 11 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT THURSDAY... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 expected. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 99. For the Excessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northern Connecticut, central, eastern, northeastern, southeastern and western Massachusetts and northern Rhode Island. * WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, from noon to 8 PM EDT Thursday. For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ MAZ002-008-009-120830- /O.NEW.KBOX.HT.Y.0008.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ /O.EXB.KBOX.EH.A.0001.210813T0000Z-210814T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.HT.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-210812T0000Z/ Western Franklin MA-Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA- Including the cities of Charlemont, Chesterfield, and Blandford 328 PM EDT Wed Aug 11 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT THURSDAY... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 96. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 100 expected. For the Excessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 99 possible. * WHERE...Western Franklin MA, Western Hampshire MA and Western Hampden MA Counties. * WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from noon to 8 PM EDT Thursday. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Be prepared to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air- conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. && $$ MAZ020-021-RIZ006-007-120830- /O.NEW.KBOX.HT.Y.0008.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.HT.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-210812T0000Z/ Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-Washington RI-Newport RI- Including the cities of Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Narragansett, Westerly, and Newport 328 PM EDT Wed Aug 11 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 90. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 97 expected. * WHERE...In Massachusetts, Southern Bristol MA and Southern Plymouth MA Counties. In Rhode Island, Washington RI and Newport RI Counties. * WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from noon to 8 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/box
5 follow-up statements
909 WWUS71 KBOX 112349 NPWBOX URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 749 PM EDT Wed Aug 11 2021 RIZ005-121300- /O.EXP.KBOX.HT.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-210812T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KBOX.FG.Y.0008.210812T0000Z-210812T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.EH.W.0001.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.EH.A.0001.210813T0000Z-210814T0000Z/ Bristol RI- Including the city of Bristol 749 PM EDT Wed Aug 11 2021 ...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THURSDAY... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT THURSDAY... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... ...HEAT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 94 expected. For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility 2 to 3 miles in dense fog. For the Excessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 102 possible. * WHERE...Bristol RI County. * WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, from noon to 8 PM EDT Thursday. For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Thursday. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. && $$ CTZ002>004-MAZ003>007-010>019-026-RIZ001>004-121300- /O.EXP.KBOX.HT.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-210812T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.EH.W.0001.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.EH.A.0001.210813T0000Z-210814T0000Z/ Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Eastern Franklin MA- Northern Worcester MA-Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA- Eastern Essex MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-Eastern Hampden MA- Southern Worcester MA-Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA- Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA- Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-Northern Middlesex MA- Northwest Providence RI-Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI- Eastern Kent RI- Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, Putnam, Willimantic, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, Fitchburg, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, Milford, Worcester, Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, Quincy, Taunton, Brockton, Plymouth, Ayer, Foster, Smithfield, Providence, Coventry, West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, and West Warwick 749 PM EDT Wed Aug 11 2021 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT THURSDAY... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... ...HEAT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 expected. For the Excessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northern Connecticut, central, eastern, northeastern, southeastern and western Massachusetts and northern Rhode Island. * WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, from noon to 8 PM EDT Thursday. For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ MAZ002-008-009-121300- /O.EXP.KBOX.HT.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-210812T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.HT.Y.0008.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.EH.A.0001.210813T0000Z-210814T0000Z/ Western Franklin MA-Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA- Including the cities of Charlemont, Chesterfield, and Blandford 749 PM EDT Wed Aug 11 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT THURSDAY... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... ...HEAT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 100 expected. For the Excessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 99 possible. * WHERE...Western Franklin MA, Western Hampshire MA and Western Hampden MA Counties. * WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from noon to 8 PM EDT Thursday. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Be prepared to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air- conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. && $$ MAZ020-021-RIZ006-007-121300- /O.EXP.KBOX.HT.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-210812T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KBOX.FG.Y.0008.210812T0000Z-210812T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.HT.Y.0008.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-Washington RI-Newport RI- Including the cities of Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Narragansett, Westerly, and Newport 749 PM EDT Wed Aug 11 2021 ...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THURSDAY... ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT THURSDAY... ...HEAT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 97 expected. * WHERE...In Massachusetts, Southern Bristol MA and Southern Plymouth MA Counties. In Rhode Island, Washington RI and Newport RI Counties. * WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Thursday. For the Heat Advisory, from noon to 8 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. && $$ MAZ022>024-RIZ008-121200- /O.NEW.KBOX.FG.Y.0008.210812T0000Z-210812T1200Z/ Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Nantucket MA-Block Island RI- Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, Vineyard Haven, Nantucket, and New Shoreham 749 PM EDT Wed Aug 11 2021 ...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. * WHERE...In Massachusetts, Barnstable MA, Dukes MA and Nantucket MA Counties. In Rhode Island, Block Island RI County. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/box
692 WWUS71 KBOX 120742 NPWBOX URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 342 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 RIZ005-122100- /O.CON.KBOX.EH.W.0001.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.FG.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210812T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.EH.A.0001.210813T0000Z-210814T0000Z/ Bristol RI- Including the city of Bristol 342 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...DENSE FOG ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 expected. For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility less than one mile in dense fog. For the Excessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 possible. * WHERE...Bristol RI County. * WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, from noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 8 AM EDT this morning. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from this evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. && $$ CTZ002>004-MAZ003>007-010>019-026-RIZ001>004-122100- /O.CON.KBOX.EH.W.0001.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.EH.A.0001.210813T0000Z-210814T0000Z/ Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Eastern Franklin MA- Northern Worcester MA-Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA- Eastern Essex MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-Eastern Hampden MA- Southern Worcester MA-Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA- Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA- Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-Northern Middlesex MA- Northwest Providence RI-Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI- Eastern Kent RI- Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, Putnam, Willimantic, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, Fitchburg, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, Milford, Worcester, Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, Quincy, Taunton, Brockton, Plymouth, Ayer, Foster, Smithfield, Providence, Coventry, West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, and West Warwick 342 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values between 105 and 109 expected. For the Excessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 possible. * WHERE...Much of Southern New England, except for the Berkshires and southeast coastal New England. * WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, from noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from this evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ MAZ002-008-009-122100- /O.CON.KBOX.HT.Y.0008.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.EH.A.0001.210813T0000Z-210814T0000Z/ Western Franklin MA-Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA- Including the cities of Charlemont, Chesterfield, and Blandford 342 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 99 expected. For the Excessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values between 97 and 105. * WHERE...The eastern slopes of the Berkshires. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from this evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Be prepared to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air- conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. && $$ MAZ020-021-RIZ006-007-122100- /O.CON.KBOX.FG.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210812T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.HT.Y.0008.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-Washington RI-Newport RI- Including the cities of Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Narragansett, Westerly, and Newport 342 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...DENSE FOG ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING... ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 99 expected. * WHERE...In Massachusetts, Southern Bristol MA and Southern Plymouth MA Counties. In Rhode Island, Washington RI and Newport RI Counties. * WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 8 AM EDT this morning. For the Heat Advisory, from noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. && $$ MAZ022>024-RIZ008-121200- /O.CON.KBOX.FG.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210812T1200Z/ Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Nantucket MA-Block Island RI- Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, Vineyard Haven, Nantucket, and New Shoreham 342 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...DENSE FOG ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. * WHERE...In Massachusetts, Barnstable MA, Dukes MA and Nantucket MA Counties. In Rhode Island, Block Island RI County. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/box
962 WWUS71 KBOX 120942 NPWBOX URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 542 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 RIZ005-122245- /O.CAN.KBOX.FG.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210812T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.EH.W.0001.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.EH.A.0001.210813T0000Z-210814T0000Z/ Bristol RI- Including the city of Bristol 542 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... ...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 102 expected. For the Excessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 99 possible. * WHERE...Bristol RI County. * WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, from noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from this evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ MAZ020-021-RIZ006-007-122245- /O.CAN.KBOX.FG.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210812T1200Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.HT.Y.0008.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-Washington RI-Newport RI- Including the cities of Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Narragansett, Westerly, and Newport 542 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Heat index values up to 99 expected. * WHERE...In Massachusetts, Southern Bristol MA and Southern Plymouth MA Counties. In Rhode Island, Newport RI and Washington RI Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ MAZ022>024-RIZ008-121045- /O.CAN.KBOX.FG.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210812T1200Z/ Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Nantucket MA-Block Island RI- Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, Vineyard Haven, Nantucket, and New Shoreham 542 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... Fog will gradually lift this morning and should dissipate by mid morning. However, the more widespread dense fog has dissipated, therefore the Dense Fog Advisory has been cancelled. $$ CTZ002>004-MAZ003>007-010>019-026-RIZ001>004-122245- /O.CON.KBOX.EH.W.0001.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.EH.A.0001.210813T0000Z-210814T0000Z/ Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Eastern Franklin MA- Northern Worcester MA-Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA- Eastern Essex MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-Eastern Hampden MA- Southern Worcester MA-Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA- Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA- Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-Northern Middlesex MA- Northwest Providence RI-Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI- Eastern Kent RI- Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, Putnam, Willimantic, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, Fitchburg, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, Milford, Worcester, Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, Quincy, Taunton, Brockton, Plymouth, Ayer, Foster, Smithfield, Providence, Coventry, West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, and West Warwick 542 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 expected. For the Excessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 102 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northern Connecticut, central, eastern, northeastern, southeastern and western Massachusetts and northern Rhode Island. * WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, from noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from this evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ MAZ002-008-009-122245- /O.CON.KBOX.HT.Y.0008.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.EH.A.0001.210813T0000Z-210814T0000Z/ Western Franklin MA-Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA- Including the cities of Charlemont, Chesterfield, and Blandford 542 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 99 expected. For the Excessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 97 possible. * WHERE...Western Hampshire MA, Western Hampden MA and Western Franklin MA Counties. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from this evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Be prepared to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air- conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/box
658 WWUS71 KBOX 121042 NPWBOX URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 642 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 CTZ002>004-MAZ003>007-010>019-026-RIZ001>005-122345- /O.CON.KBOX.EH.W.0001.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.EH.A.0001.210813T0000Z-210814T0000Z/ Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Eastern Franklin MA- Northern Worcester MA-Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA- Eastern Essex MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-Eastern Hampden MA- Southern Worcester MA-Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA- Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA- Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-Northern Middlesex MA- Northwest Providence RI-Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI- Eastern Kent RI-Bristol RI- Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, Putnam, Willimantic, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, Fitchburg, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, Milford, Worcester, Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, Quincy, Taunton, Brockton, Plymouth, Ayer, Foster, Smithfield, Providence, Coventry, West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, and Bristol 642 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 expected. For the Excessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 102 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northern Connecticut, central, eastern, northeastern, southeastern and western Massachusetts and northern Rhode Island. * WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, from noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from this evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ MAZ002-008-009-122345- /O.CON.KBOX.HT.Y.0008.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.EH.A.0001.210813T0000Z-210814T0000Z/ Western Franklin MA-Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA- Including the cities of Charlemont, Chesterfield, and Blandford 642 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 99 expected. For the Excessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 97 possible. * WHERE...Western Hampshire MA, Western Hampden MA and Western Franklin MA Counties. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from this evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Be prepared to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air- conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. && $$ MAZ020-021-RIZ006-007-122345- /O.CON.KBOX.HT.Y.0008.210812T1600Z-210813T0000Z/ Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-Washington RI-Newport RI- Including the cities of Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Narragansett, Westerly, and Newport 642 AM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heat index values up to 99 expected. * WHERE...In Massachusetts, Southern Bristol MA and Southern Plymouth MA Counties. In Rhode Island, Newport RI and Washington RI Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/box
450 WWUS71 KBOX 121853 NPWBOX URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 253 PM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 CTZ002>004-MAZ003>007-010>019-026-RIZ001>005-130800- /O.UPG.KBOX.EH.A.0001.210813T0000Z-210814T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KBOX.HT.Y.0009.210813T1500Z-210814T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.EH.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210813T0000Z/ Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Eastern Franklin MA- Northern Worcester MA-Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA- Eastern Essex MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-Eastern Hampden MA- Southern Worcester MA-Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA- Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA- Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-Northern Middlesex MA- Northwest Providence RI-Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI- Eastern Kent RI-Bristol RI- Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, Putnam, Willimantic, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, Fitchburg, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, Milford, Worcester, Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, Quincy, Taunton, Brockton, Plymouth, Ayer, Foster, Smithfield, Providence, Coventry, West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, and Bristol 253 PM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 103 expected. * WHERE...Portions of northern Connecticut, central, eastern, northeastern, southeastern and western Massachusetts and northern Rhode Island. * WHEN...For the Excessive Heat Warning, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Heat Advisory, from 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ MAZ002-008-009-130800- /O.UPG.KBOX.EH.A.0001.210813T0000Z-210814T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KBOX.HT.Y.0009.210813T1500Z-210814T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.HT.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210813T0000Z/ Western Franklin MA-Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA- Including the cities of Charlemont, Chesterfield, and Blandford 253 PM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 99. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 98 expected. * WHERE...Western Franklin MA, Western Hampshire MA and Western Hampden MA Counties. * WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ MAZ020-021-RIZ006-007-130800- /O.NEW.KBOX.HT.Y.0009.210813T1500Z-210814T0000Z/ /O.CON.KBOX.HT.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210813T0000Z/ Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-Washington RI-Newport RI- Including the cities of Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Narragansett, Westerly, and Newport 253 PM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 99. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 101 expected. * WHERE...In Massachusetts, Southern Bristol MA and Southern Plymouth MA Counties. In Rhode Island, Washington RI and Newport RI Counties. * WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ MAZ022-130800- /O.NEW.KBOX.HT.Y.0009.210813T1500Z-210814T0000Z/ Barnstable MA- Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, and Provincetown 253 PM EDT Thu Aug 12 2021 ...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...Heat index values up to 97 expected. * WHERE...Barnstable MA County. * WHEN...From 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/box
The office that day
Everything else NWS Boston/Norton, MA issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 3:28 PM EDT | Heat Advisory | BOX | Bristol, Franklin, Hampden, Hampshire, Plymouth | 29 hr |
| Aug 11, 7:49 PM EDT | Dense Fog Advisory | BOX | Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes, Nantucket, Plymouth | 10 hr |
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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; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.