Alert archive / Massachusetts / River Flood Warnings in 2021
River Flood Warning 25, NWS Boston/Norton, MA
NWS Boston/Norton, MA issued this river flood warning at Sep 2, 2021, 5:59 PM EDT for Essex County, Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It took effect at Sep 3, 2021, 2:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 17 hr.
The area
The outline as issued.
The facts
- Issued
- Sep 2, 2021, 5:59 PM EDT (21:59 UTC)
- In effect from
- Sep 3, 2021, 2:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Sep 3, 2021, 6:52 PM EDT
- In force
- 17 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Boston/Norton, MA
- Area
- Storm-based polygon
- Flood severity
- Minor
Counties Essex County, MA, Middlesex County, MA
The radar
The Boston radar (KBOX), 69 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 22:02 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 river
Written for the forecast point Shawsheen River at Wilmington (WLMM3). The gauge peaked at 7.29 ft at Sep 3, 2021, 10:00 AM EDT.
- Action stage
- 5 ft
- Minor stage
- 7 ft
- Moderate stage
- 8 ft
- Major stage
- 10 ft
This gauge today: stage, forecast and historic crests
Stage from the USGS instantaneous record for site 01100600, one reading an hour, from a day before the product to a day after it ended. Flood stages are today's.
The text
As transmitted.
192 WGUS41 KBOX 022159 FLWBOX BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED Flood Warning National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 559 PM EDT Thu Sep 2 2021 ...The National Weather Service in Boston/Norton MA has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Massachusetts... Shawsheen River Near Wilmington affecting Middlesex and Essex Counties. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued Friday morning at 600 AM EDT. && MAC009-017-031000- /O.NEW.KBOX.FL.W.0025.210903T0600Z-210904T0600Z/ /WLMM3.1.ER.210903T0600Z.210903T1200Z.210904T0000Z.NO/ 559 PM EDT Thu Sep 2 2021 The National Weather Service in Norton has issued a * Flood Warning for the Shawsheen River Near Wilmington. * From late tonight to early Saturday morning. * At 5:30 PM EDT Thursday the stage was 6.2 feet. * Flood stage is 7.0 feet. * Minor flooding is forecast. * Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage just after midnight tonight to a crest of 7.2 feet tomorrow morning. It will then fall below flood stage tomorrow evening. * Impact...At 7.0 feet, Flooding will affect low lying areas along the river from Wilmington through Lawrence. && LAT...LON 4254 7128 4264 7121 4261 7116 4252 7122 $$ JWD
5 follow-up statements
600
WGUS81 KBOX 030240
FLSBOX
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA
1040 PM EDT Thu Sep 2 2021
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in
Massachusetts...Rhode Island...
Sudbury River At Saxonville affecting Middlesex County.
Blackstone River At Woonsocket affecting Providence and Worcester
Counties.
...The Flood Warning is cancelled for the following rivers in
Connecticut...Rhode Island...
Farmington River At Tariffville affecting Hartford County.
Pawtuxet River At Cranston affecting Providence and Kent Counties.
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in
Connecticut...Massachusetts...Rhode Island...
Farmington River At Simsbury affecting Hartford County.
Assabet River At Maynard affecting Middlesex and Worcester
Counties.
Blackstone River At Northbridge affecting Worcester County.
Pawcatuck River At Westerly affecting New London and Washington
Counties.
Taunton River Near Bridgewater affecting Plymouth and Bristol
Counties.
Wood River At Hope Valley affecting Washington County.
Shawsheen River Near Wilmington affecting Middlesex and Essex
Counties.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued sometime Friday morning.
&&
RIC003-007-030345-
/O.CAN.KBOX.FL.W.0017.000000T0000Z-210903T0240Z/
/CRAR1.1.ER.210902T0847Z.210902T1615Z.210903T0130Z.NO/
1040 PM EDT Thu Sep 2 2021
...The Flood Warning for the Pawtuxet River At Cranston has been
cancelled...
The Flood Warning is cancelled for
the Pawtuxet River At Cranston.
* At 9:45 PM EDT Thursday the stage was 8.9 feet.
* Flood stage is 9.0 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 5.3 feet Sunday
evening.
&&
LAT...LON 4178 7156 4180 7139 4172 7137 4170 7155
$$
CTC003-030345-
/O.CAN.KBOX.FL.W.0015.000000T0000Z-210903T0240Z/
/TARC3.1.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.NO/
1040 PM EDT Thu Sep 2 2021
...The Flood Warning for the Farmington River At Tariffville has
been cancelled...
The Flood Warning is cancelled for
the Farmington River At Tariffville.
* At 10:15 PM EDT Thursday the stage was 7.3 feet.
* Flood stage is 9.0 feet.
* Forecast...The river will rise to 7.8 feet just after midnight
tonight. It will then fall to 3.9 feet and begin rising again
early Sunday morning. It will rise to 4.0 feet Sunday morning. It
will then fall again and remain below flood stage.
&&
LAT...LON 4189 7280 4196 7278 4191 7263 4183 7263
$$
MAC005-023-031445-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-210904T0130Z/
/BDGM3.1.ER.210903T0345Z.210903T1200Z.210903T1930Z.NO/
1040 PM EDT Thu Sep 2 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until late tomorrow evening...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Taunton River Near Bridgewater.
* Until late tomorrow evening.
* At 9:45 PM EDT Thursday the stage was 7.9 feet.
* Flood stage is 8.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late
this evening to a crest of 8.2 feet tomorrow morning. It will then
fall below flood stage tomorrow afternoon.
* Impact...At 8.0 feet, Backwater flooding from the Taunton River
will cause flooding of lower Purchade Brook in Middleboro. This
will cause Woloski Park to become impassable by most vehicles.
Beware of the dangers of crossing flooded roadways.
&&
LAT...LON 4182 7119 4202 7097 4194 7087 4177 7110
$$
CTC011-RIC009-031445-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0023.000000T0000Z-210904T1300Z/
/WSTR1.1.ER.210902T1618Z.210903T0500Z.210904T0700Z.NO/
1040 PM EDT Thu Sep 2 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until late Saturday morning...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Pawcatuck River At Westerly.
* Until late Saturday morning.
* At 10:00 PM EDT Thursday the stage was 7.6 feet.
* Flood stage is 7.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 10:00 PM EDT Thursday was 7.7 feet.
* Forecast...The river will rise to 7.8 feet just after midnight
tonight. It will then fall to 7.3 feet and begin rising again
tomorrow afternoon. It will rise to 7.4 feet tomorrow evening. It
will then fall below flood stage early Saturday morning.
* Impact...At 8.0 feet, Floodwaters approach lowest lying homes
along Hiscox Road in Westerly. Along Route 3, flooding occurs at
some homes in French Village in Hopkinton.
&&
LAT...LON 4134 7189 4144 7188 4146 7177 4135 7174
4131 7185
$$
MAC027-RIC007-031445-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-210903T2015Z/
/WOOR1.1.ER.210902T2118Z.210903T0600Z.210903T1415Z.NO/
1040 PM EDT Thu Sep 2 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until tomorrow afternoon...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Blackstone River At Woonsocket.
* Until tomorrow afternoon.
* At 9:30 PM EDT Thursday the stage was 9.7 feet.
* Flood stage is 9.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 9:30 PM EDT Thursday was 9.7 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 10.2 feet
just after midnight tonight. It will then fall below flood stage
late tomorrow morning.
* Impact...At 10.0 feet, Flooding is likely along low lying areas of
the river. This includes the lower level of the River Island
Condominiums in Woonsocket, and lower end of the Albion Mills
Apartments parking area. Flood waters may also cover portions of
the parking areas of some of the mills and shopping outlets in
Cumberland located just off of Route 122.
&&
LAT...LON 4201 7157 4202 7149 4197 7142 4186 7136
4185 7141
$$
RIC009-031445-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0020.000000T0000Z-210903T1600Z/
/HOPR1.1.ER.210902T1606Z.210903T0115Z.210903T1000Z.NO/
1040 PM EDT Thu Sep 2 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until early tomorrow
afternoon...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Wood River At Hope Valley.
* Until early tomorrow afternoon.
* At 9:15 PM EDT Thursday the stage was 5.7 feet.
* Flood stage is 5.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 9:15 PM EDT Thursday was 5.7 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage
tomorrow morning and continue falling to 2.9 feet Sunday evening.
* Impact...At 6.0 feet, In Richmond, the Wood River renders portions
of Wood River Drive and Wood River Circle impassable. In
Hopkinton, the Wood River floods sections of Dow Park off of Main
Street.
&&
LAT...LON 4143 7176 4160 7174 4160 7163 4144 7164
$$
MAC017-030800-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0018.000000T0000Z-210903T0748Z/
/SAXM3.1.ER.210902T0904Z.210902T1400Z.210903T0148Z.NO/
1040 PM EDT Thu Sep 2 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until late tonight...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Sudbury River At Saxonville.
* Until late tonight.
* At 9:15 PM EDT Thursday the stage was 10.0 feet.
* Flood stage is 10.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 9:15 PM EDT Thursday was 10.5 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 7.7 feet Sunday
evening.
* Impact...At 10.0 feet, Flooding will affect low lying areas along
the river in Wayland, including a portion of Shore Road and Pelham
Island Road near Heards Pond.
&&
LAT...LON 4227 7140 4230 7145 4248 7139 4245 7129
$$
CTC003-031445-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0014.000000T0000Z-210904T0600Z/
/SIMC3.1.ER.210902T1418Z.210903T0600Z.210904T0000Z.NO/
1040 PM EDT Thu Sep 2 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until early Saturday morning...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Farmington River At Simsbury.
* Until early Saturday morning.
* At 10:15 PM EDT Thursday the stage was 13.7 feet.
* Flood stage is 12.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 10:15 PM EDT Thursday was 13.7 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 14.3 feet
just after midnight. It will then fall below flood stage tomorrow
evening.
* Impact...At 15.0 feet, Moderate flooding begins with numerous
roads and residences affected. Evacuations may be needed along
various roads in Avon and Simsbury, including Riverside Road in
Simsbury. Flooding also begins to affect low lying sections of
Bloomfield and East Granby. Follow the directions of emergency
management officials and obey all road closures.
&&
LAT...LON 4175 7279 4178 7286 4190 7283 4187 7273
$$
MAC027-031015-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210903T1014Z/
/NBRM3.1.ER.210902T1300Z.210902T1900Z.210903T0414Z.NO/
1040 PM EDT Thu Sep 2 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until tomorrow morning...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Blackstone River At Northbridge.
* Until tomorrow morning.
* At 9:30 PM EDT Thursday the stage was 9.3 feet.
* Flood stage is 9.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 9:30 PM EDT Thursday was 10.4 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage just
after midnight tonight and continue falling to 4.8 feet Sunday
evening.
* Impact...At 9.0 feet, Flooding of low lying areas along the river
bank is likely between Northbridge and the Rhode Island and
Massachusetts border.
&&
LAT...LON 4202 7151 4201 7160 4220 7183 4225 7171
$$
MAC017-027-031445-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0022.210903T0600Z-210904T2100Z/
/MAYM3.1.ER.210903T0600Z.210903T1800Z.210904T1500Z.NO/
1040 PM EDT Thu Sep 2 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until Saturday afternoon...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Assabet River At Maynard.
* From late tonight to Saturday afternoon.
* At 9:15 PM EDT Thursday the stage was 4.9 feet.
* Flood stage is 5.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage just
after midnight tonight to a crest of 5.2 feet early tomorrow
afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage late Saturday
morning.
* Impact...At 5.0 feet, Minor lowland and backyard flooding is
likely along reaches of the river in Maynard, Concord as well as
Hudson. Several river roads may also become covered in water.
&&
LAT...LON 4236 7159 4240 7162 4250 7136 4241 7135
$$
MAC009-017-031445-
/O.CON.KBOX.FL.W.0025.210903T0600Z-210904T0600Z/
/WLMM3.1.ER.210903T0600Z.210903T1200Z.210904T0000Z.NO/
1040 PM EDT Thu Sep 2 2021
...The Flood Warning remains in effect...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Shawsheen River Near Wilmington.
* From late tonight to early Saturday morning.
* At 9:30 PM EDT Thursday the stage was 6.8 feet.
* Flood stage is 7.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage just
after midnight tonight to a crest of 7.2 feet tomorrow morning. It
will then fall below flood stage tomorrow evening.
* Impact...At 7.0 feet, Flooding will affect low lying areas along
the river from Wilmington through Lawrence.
&&
LAT...LON 4254 7128 4264 7121 4261 7116 4252 7122
$$
HF681
WGUS81 KBOX 030922
FLSBOX
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA
522 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in
Connecticut...Massachusetts...Rhode Island...
Farmington River At Simsbury affecting Hartford County.
Shawsheen River Near Wilmington affecting Middlesex and Essex
Counties.
Blackstone River At Woonsocket affecting Providence and Worcester
Counties.
Pawcatuck River At Westerly affecting Washington County.
Taunton River Near Bridgewater affecting Plymouth and Bristol
Counties.
Wood River At Hope Valley affecting Washington County.
...The Flood Warning is cancelled for the following rivers in
Massachusetts...
Blackstone River At Northbridge affecting Worcester County.
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in
Massachusetts...
Assabet River At Maynard affecting Middlesex and Worcester
Counties.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued this morning at 630 AM EDT.
&&
MAC027-031030-
/O.CAN.KBOX.FL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-210903T0922Z/
/NBRM3.1.ER.210902T1300Z.210902T1900Z.210903T0242Z.NO/
522 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning for the Blackstone River At Northbridge has
been cancelled...
The Flood Warning is cancelled for
the Blackstone River At Northbridge.
* At 4:31 AM EDT Friday the stage was 7.6 feet.
* Flood stage is 9.0 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 4.7 feet early Monday
morning.
&&
LAT...LON 4202 7151 4201 7160 4220 7183 4225 7171
$$
MAC009-017-032130-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0025.000000T0000Z-210904T0730Z/
/WLMM3.1.ER.210903T0345Z.210903T1200Z.210904T0130Z.NO/
522 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until late tonight...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Shawsheen River Near Wilmington.
* Until late tonight.
* At 4:30 AM EDT Friday the stage was 7.2 feet.
* Flood stage is 7.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 4:30 AM EDT Friday was 7.3 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 7.3 feet
this morning. It will then fall below flood stage late this
evening.
* Impact...At 7.5 feet, Flood waters will inundate a portion of
Route 114 in Lawrence, and also affect low lying areas from
Wilmington through Lawrence.
&&
LAT...LON 4254 7128 4264 7121 4261 7116 4252 7122
$$
MAC005-023-032130-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-210904T1030Z/
/BDGM3.1.ER.210903T0300Z.210903T1200Z.210904T0430Z.NO/
522 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until tomorrow morning...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Taunton River Near Bridgewater.
* Until tomorrow morning.
* At 4:45 AM EDT Friday the stage was 8.4 feet.
* Flood stage is 8.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 4:45 AM EDT Friday was 8.4 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 8.5 feet
this morning. It will then fall below flood stage just after
midnight tonight.
* Impact...At 8.0 feet, Backwater flooding from the Taunton River
will cause flooding of lower Purchade Brook in Middleboro. This
will cause Woloski Park to become impassable by most vehicles.
Beware of the dangers of crossing flooded roadways.
&&
LAT...LON 4182 7119 4202 7097 4194 7087 4177 7110
$$
RIC009-032130-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0023.000000T0000Z-210904T2100Z/
/WSTR1.1.ER.210902T1618Z.210902T2315Z.210904T1500Z.NO/
522 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until tomorrow afternoon...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Pawcatuck River At Westerly.
* Until tomorrow afternoon.
* At 5:00 AM EDT Friday the stage was 7.4 feet.
* Flood stage is 7.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 5:00 AM EDT Friday was 7.7 feet.
* Forecast...The river will rise to 7.7 feet this afternoon. It will
then fall to 7.2 feet and begin rising again just after midnight
tonight. It will rise to 7.4 feet late tonight. It will then fall
below flood stage late tomorrow morning.
* Impact...At 8.0 feet, Floodwaters approach lowest lying homes
along Hiscox Road in Westerly. Along Route 3, flooding occurs at
some homes in French Village in Hopkinton.
&&
LAT...LON 4134 7189 4144 7188 4146 7177 4135 7174
4131 7185
$$
MAC027-RIC007-032130-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-210904T0200Z/
/WOOR1.1.ER.210902T2118Z.210903T0715Z.210903T2000Z.NO/
522 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until late this evening...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Blackstone River At Woonsocket.
* Until late this evening.
* At 4:30 AM EDT Friday the stage was 9.9 feet.
* Flood stage is 9.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 4:30 AM EDT Friday was 9.9 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage late
this afternoon and continue falling to 4.4 feet early Monday
morning.
* Impact...At 10.0 feet, Flooding is likely along low lying areas of
the river. This includes the lower level of the River Island
Condominiums in Woonsocket, and lower end of the Albion Mills
Apartments parking area. Flood waters may also cover portions of
the parking areas of some of the mills and shopping outlets in
Cumberland located just off of Route 122.
&&
LAT...LON 4201 7157 4202 7149 4197 7142 4186 7136
4185 7141
$$
RIC009-032130-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0020.000000T0000Z-210904T0417Z/
/HOPR1.1.ER.210902T1606Z.210903T0730Z.210903T2217Z.NO/
522 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until just after midnight
tonight...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Wood River At Hope Valley.
* Until just after midnight tonight.
* At 4:15 AM EDT Friday the stage was 5.9 feet.
* Flood stage is 5.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 4:15 AM EDT Friday was 6.0 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage this
evening and continue falling to 3.1 feet early Monday morning.
* Impact...At 6.0 feet, In Richmond, the Wood River renders portions
of Wood River Drive and Wood River Circle impassable. In
Hopkinton, the Wood River floods sections of Dow Park off of Main
Street.
&&
LAT...LON 4143 7176 4160 7174 4160 7163 4144 7164
$$
CTC003-032130-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0014.000000T0000Z-210904T1200Z/
/SIMC3.1.ER.210902T1418Z.210903T1200Z.210904T0600Z.NO/
522 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until tomorrow morning...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Farmington River At Simsbury.
* Until tomorrow morning.
* At 4:30 AM EDT Friday the stage was 14.2 feet.
* Flood stage is 12.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 4:30 AM EDT Friday was 14.2 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 14.3 feet
this morning. It will then fall below flood stage just after
midnight tonight.
* Impact...At 15.0 feet, Moderate flooding begins with numerous
roads and residences affected. Evacuations may be needed along
various roads in Avon and Simsbury, including Riverside Road in
Simsbury. Flooding also begins to affect low lying sections of
Bloomfield and East Granby. Follow the directions of emergency
management officials and obey all road closures.
&&
LAT...LON 4175 7279 4178 7286 4190 7283 4187 7273
$$
MAC017-027-032130-
/O.CON.KBOX.FL.W.0022.000000T0000Z-210904T2100Z/
/MAYM3.1.ER.210903T0230Z.210903T1200Z.210904T1500Z.NO/
522 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning remains in effect...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Assabet River At Maynard.
* Until tomorrow afternoon.
* At 4:15 AM EDT Friday the stage was 5.1 feet.
* Flood stage is 5.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 4:15 AM EDT Friday was 5.1 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 5.2 feet
this morning. It will then fall below flood stage late tomorrow
morning.
* Impact...At 5.0 feet, Minor lowland and backyard flooding is
likely along reaches of the river in Maynard, Concord as well as
Hudson. Several river roads may also become covered in water.
&&
LAT...LON 4236 7159 4240 7162 4250 7136 4241 7135
$$686
WGUS81 KBOX 031541
FLSBOX
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA
1141 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in
Connecticut...Massachusetts...
Farmington River At Simsbury affecting Hartford County.
Taunton River Near Bridgewater affecting Plymouth and Bristol
Counties.
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in
Massachusetts...Rhode Island...Connecticut...
Blackstone River At Woonsocket affecting Providence and Worcester
Counties.
Pawcatuck River At Westerly affecting New London and Washington
Counties.
Wood River At Hope Valley affecting Washington County.
Assabet River At Maynard affecting Middlesex and Worcester
Counties.
Shawsheen River Near Wilmington affecting Middlesex and Essex
Counties.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued this evening at 645 PM EDT.
&&
MAC005-023-040345-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-210904T1800Z/
/BDGM3.1.ER.210903T0300Z.210903T1800Z.210904T1200Z.NO/
1141 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until early tomorrow
afternoon...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Taunton River Near Bridgewater.
* Until early tomorrow afternoon.
* At 10:45 AM EDT Friday the stage was 8.7 feet.
* Flood stage is 8.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 10:45 AM EDT Friday was 8.7 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 8.8 feet
this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage tomorrow
morning.
* Impact...At 9.0 feet, Backwater flooding from the Taunton River
will cause flooding of lower Purchade Brook in Middleboro. This
will cause Woloski Park to become impassable by most vehicles for
an extended period of time. Beware of the dangers of crossing
flooded roadways. The water may be deeper than you think.
Floodwaters have the ability to damage roadways. Heed the advice
of local officials, and evacuate if asked to do so.
&&
LAT...LON 4182 7119 4202 7097 4194 7087 4177 7110
$$
CTC011-RIC009-040345-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0023.000000T0000Z-210904T1800Z/
/WSTR1.1.ER.210902T1618Z.210902T2315Z.210904T1200Z.NO/
1141 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until early tomorrow
afternoon...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Pawcatuck River At Westerly.
* Until early tomorrow afternoon.
* At 11:00 AM EDT Friday the stage was 7.2 feet.
* Flood stage is 7.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 11:00 AM EDT Friday was 7.7 feet.
* Forecast...The river will rise to 7.7 feet this afternoon. It will
then fall to 7.2 feet and begin rising again just after midnight
tonight. It will rise to 7.4 feet just after midnight tonight. It
will then fall below flood stage tomorrow morning.
* Impact...At 8.0 feet, Floodwaters approach lowest lying homes
along Hiscox Road in Westerly. Along Route 3, flooding occurs at
some homes in French Village in Hopkinton.
&&
LAT...LON 4134 7189 4144 7188 4146 7177 4135 7174
4131 7185
$$
MAC027-RIC007-032245-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-210903T2232Z/
/WOOR1.1.ER.210902T2118Z.210903T0715Z.210903T1632Z.NO/
1141 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until this evening...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Blackstone River At Woonsocket.
* Until this evening.
* At 10:30 AM EDT Friday the stage was 9.3 feet.
* Flood stage is 9.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 10:30 AM EDT Friday was 9.9 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage this
afternoon and continue falling to 4.4 feet Monday morning.
* Impact...At 9.0 feet, Flooding may begin to affect the lower
parking area to the Albion Mill Apartments. Lower lying
residential areas along the Rhode Island and Massachusetts line,
including the lower level of the River Island Condominiums in
Woonsocket, may begin to experience flooding. Businesses along the
river should take the necessary actions to protect property.
&&
LAT...LON 4201 7157 4202 7149 4197 7142 4186 7136
4185 7141
$$
RIC009-032315-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0020.000000T0000Z-210903T2306Z/
/HOPR1.1.ER.210902T1606Z.210903T0730Z.210903T1706Z.NO/
1141 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until this evening...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Wood River At Hope Valley.
* Until this evening.
* At 10:15 AM EDT Friday the stage was 5.3 feet.
* Flood stage is 5.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 10:15 AM EDT Friday was 6.0 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage this
afternoon and continue falling to 3.1 feet Monday morning.
* Impact...At 5.0 feet, In Richmond, floodwaters begin to pond onto
Wood River Drive. In Hopkinton off of Main Street, the Wood River
begins to flood Dow Park.
&&
LAT...LON 4143 7176 4160 7174 4160 7163 4144 7164
$$
CTC003-040345-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0014.000000T0000Z-210904T1800Z/
/SIMC3.1.ER.210902T1418Z.210903T1501Z.210904T1200Z.NO/
1141 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until early tomorrow
afternoon...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Farmington River At Simsbury.
* Until early tomorrow afternoon.
* At 11:01 AM EDT Friday the stage was 14.4 feet.
* Flood stage is 12.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 11:01 AM EDT Friday was 14.4 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage
tomorrow morning and continue falling to 7.3 feet Monday morning.
* Impact...At 15.0 feet, Moderate flooding begins with numerous
roads and residences affected. Evacuations may be needed along
various roads in Avon and Simsbury, including Riverside Road in
Simsbury. Flooding also begins to affect low lying sections of
Bloomfield and East Granby. Follow the directions of emergency
management officials and obey all road closures.
&&
LAT...LON 4175 7279 4178 7286 4190 7283 4187 7273
$$
MAC009-017-040345-
/O.CON.KBOX.FL.W.0025.000000T0000Z-210904T0730Z/
/WLMM3.1.ER.210903T0345Z.210903T1245Z.210904T0130Z.NO/
1141 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning remains in effect...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Shawsheen River Near Wilmington.
* Until late tonight.
* At 10:30 AM EDT Friday the stage was 7.3 feet.
* Flood stage is 7.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 10:30 AM EDT Friday was 7.3 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 7.3 feet
this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage late this
evening.
* Impact...At 7.5 feet, Flood waters will inundate a portion of
Route 114 in Lawrence, and also affect low lying areas from
Wilmington through Lawrence.
&&
LAT...LON 4254 7128 4264 7121 4261 7116 4252 7122
$$
MAC017-027-040345-
/O.CON.KBOX.FL.W.0022.000000T0000Z-210904T2100Z/
/MAYM3.1.ER.210903T0230Z.210904T0000Z.210904T1500Z.NO/
1141 AM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning remains in effect...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Assabet River At Maynard.
* Until tomorrow afternoon.
* At 11:15 AM EDT Friday the stage was 5.2 feet.
* Flood stage is 5.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 11:15 AM EDT Friday was 5.2 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 5.3 feet
this evening. It will then fall below flood stage late tomorrow
morning.
* Impact...At 5.0 feet, Minor lowland and backyard flooding is
likely along reaches of the river in Maynard, Concord as well as
Hudson. Several river roads may also become covered in water.
&&
LAT...LON 4236 7159 4240 7162 4250 7136 4241 7135
$$
Belk574
WGUS81 KBOX 031929
FLSBOX
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA
329 PM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is cancelled for the following rivers in
Massachusetts...Rhode Island...
Blackstone River At Woonsocket affecting Providence and Worcester
Counties.
Wood River At Hope Valley affecting Washington County.
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in
Massachusetts...Connecticut...Rhode Island...
Shawsheen River Near Wilmington affecting Middlesex and Essex
Counties.
Pawcatuck River At Westerly affecting New London and Washington
Counties.
Farmington River At Simsbury affecting Hartford County.
Assabet River At Maynard affecting Middlesex and Worcester
Counties.
Taunton River Near Bridgewater affecting Plymouth and Bristol
Counties.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 430 PM EDT.
&&
MAC027-RIC007-032030-
/O.CAN.KBOX.FL.W.0021.000000T0000Z-210903T1929Z/
/WOOR1.1.ER.210902T2118Z.210903T0715Z.210903T1603Z.NO/
329 PM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning for the Blackstone River At Woonsocket has been
cancelled...
The Flood Warning is cancelled for
the Blackstone River At Woonsocket.
* At 2:45 PM EDT Friday the stage was 8.5 feet.
* Flood stage is 9.0 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 4.4 feet Monday
morning.
&&
LAT...LON 4201 7157 4202 7149 4197 7142 4186 7136
4185 7141
$$
RIC009-032030-
/O.CAN.KBOX.FL.W.0020.000000T0000Z-210903T1929Z/
/HOPR1.1.ER.210902T1606Z.210903T0730Z.210903T1715Z.NO/
329 PM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning for the Wood River At Hope Valley has been
cancelled...
The Flood Warning is cancelled for
the Wood River At Hope Valley.
* At 2:15 PM EDT Friday the stage was 4.9 feet.
* Flood stage is 5.0 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 3.1 feet Monday
morning.
&&
LAT...LON 4143 7176 4160 7174 4160 7163 4144 7164
$$
MAC009-017-040600-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0025.000000T0000Z-210904T0600Z/
/WLMM3.1.ER.210903T0345Z.210903T1245Z.210904T0000Z.NO/
329 PM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until just after midnight
tonight...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Shawsheen River Near Wilmington.
* Until just after midnight tonight.
* At 2:30 PM EDT Friday the stage was 7.2 feet.
* Flood stage is 7.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 2:30 PM EDT Friday was 7.3 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage this
evening and continue falling to 4.3 feet Monday morning.
* Impact...At 7.0 feet, Flooding will affect low lying areas along
the river from Wilmington through Lawrence.
&&
LAT...LON 4254 7128 4264 7121 4261 7116 4252 7122
$$
CTC011-RIC009-040730-
/O.EXT.KBOX.FL.W.0023.000000T0000Z-210904T1000Z/
/WSTR1.1.ER.210902T1618Z.210902T2315Z.210904T0400Z.NO/
329 PM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning is now in effect until tomorrow morning...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Pawcatuck River At Westerly.
* Until tomorrow morning.
* At 3:00 PM EDT Friday the stage was 7.2 feet.
* Flood stage is 7.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 3:00 PM EDT Friday was 7.7 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage just
after midnight tonight and continue falling to 6.2 feet early
Monday afternoon.
* Impact...At 7.0 feet, Minor lowland flooding occurs along the
Pawcatuck River. Along Route 3 in Hopkinton, floodwaters encroach
on lowest lying homes in French Village.
&&
LAT...LON 4134 7189 4144 7188 4146 7177 4135 7174
4131 7185
$$
MAC005-023-040730-
/O.CON.KBOX.FL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-210904T1800Z/
/BDGM3.1.ER.210903T0300Z.210903T1845Z.210904T1200Z.NO/
329 PM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning remains in effect...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Taunton River Near Bridgewater.
* Until early tomorrow afternoon.
* At 2:45 PM EDT Friday the stage was 8.9 feet.
* Flood stage is 8.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 2:45 PM EDT Friday was 8.9 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage
tomorrow morning and continue falling to 5.9 feet Monday morning.
* Impact...At 9.0 feet, Backwater flooding from the Taunton River
will cause flooding of lower Purchade Brook in Middleboro. This
will cause Woloski Park to become impassable by most vehicles for
an extended period of time. Beware of the dangers of crossing
flooded roadways. The water may be deeper than you think.
Floodwaters have the ability to damage roadways. Heed the advice
of local officials, and evacuate if asked to do so.
&&
LAT...LON 4182 7119 4202 7097 4194 7087 4177 7110
$$
MAC017-027-040730-
/O.CON.KBOX.FL.W.0022.000000T0000Z-210904T2100Z/
/MAYM3.1.ER.210903T0230Z.210904T0000Z.210904T1500Z.NO/
329 PM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning remains in effect...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Assabet River At Maynard.
* Until tomorrow afternoon.
* At 2:15 PM EDT Friday the stage was 5.2 feet.
* Flood stage is 5.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 2:15 PM EDT Friday was 5.3 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 5.3 feet
this evening. It will then fall below flood stage late tomorrow
morning.
* Impact...At 5.0 feet, Minor lowland and backyard flooding is
likely along reaches of the river in Maynard, Concord as well as
Hudson. Several river roads may also become covered in water.
&&
LAT...LON 4236 7159 4240 7162 4250 7136 4241 7135
$$
CTC003-040730-
/O.CON.KBOX.FL.W.0014.000000T0000Z-210904T1800Z/
/SIMC3.1.ER.210902T1418Z.210903T1501Z.210904T1200Z.NO/
329 PM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021
...The Flood Warning remains in effect...
The Flood Warning continues for
the Farmington River At Simsbury.
* Until early tomorrow afternoon.
* At 3:01 PM EDT Friday the stage was 14.3 feet.
* Flood stage is 12.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 3:01 PM EDT Friday was 14.4 feet.
* Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage
tomorrow morning and continue falling to 7.3 feet Monday morning.
* Impact...At 15.0 feet, Moderate flooding begins with numerous
roads and residences affected. Evacuations may be needed along
various roads in Avon and Simsbury, including Riverside Road in
Simsbury. Flooding also begins to affect low lying sections of
Bloomfield and East Granby. Follow the directions of emergency
management officials and obey all road closures.
&&
LAT...LON 4175 7279 4178 7286 4190 7283 4187 7273
$$
Belk475 WGUS81 KBOX 032252 FLSBOX Flood Statement National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 652 PM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021 ...The Flood Warning is cancelled for the following rivers in Massachusetts... Shawsheen River Near Wilmington affecting Middlesex and Essex Counties. MAC009-017-040000- /O.CAN.KBOX.FL.W.0025.000000T0000Z-210903T2252Z/ /WLMM3.1.ER.210903T0345Z.210903T1245Z.210904T0000Z.NO/ 652 PM EDT Fri Sep 3 2021 ...The Flood Warning for the Shawsheen River Near Wilmington has been cancelled... The Flood Warning is cancelled for the Shawsheen River Near Wilmington. * At 6:30 PM EDT Friday the stage was 6.99 feet. * Flood stage is 7.0 feet. * Forecast...The river is below flood stage and will continue to recede. && LAT...LON 4254 7128 4264 7121 4261 7116 4252 7122 $$ Smith
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Everything else NWS Boston/Norton, MA issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 9:13 PM EDT | Flash Flood Warning | BOX | Hampden | 10 hr |
| Sep 1, 9:24 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | BOX | 66 min | |
| Sep 1, 9:37 PM EDT | Flash Flood Warning | BOX | Worcester | 10 hr |
| Sep 1, 10:01 PM EDT | Flash Flood Warning | BOX | Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk, Suffolk | 8 hr |
| Sep 1, 10:32 PM EDT | Flash Flood Warning | BOX | Bristol, Norfolk, Plymouth | 10 hr |
| Sep 1, 10:45 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | BOX | 45 min | |
| Sep 1, 10:57 PM EDT | Flash Flood Warning | BOX | Franklin, Hampshire, Middlesex, Worcester | 8 hr |
| Sep 1, 11:02 PM EDT | Flash Flood Warning | BOX | Essex, Middlesex | 8 hr |
| Sep 1, 11:21 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | BOX | Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes, Plymouth | 54 min |
| Sep 1, 11:24 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | BOX | 66 min | |
| Sep 1, 11:32 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | BOX | 58 min | |
| Sep 1, 11:32 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | BOX | 58 min | |
| Sep 1, 11:56 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | BOX | Barnstable, Dukes | 49 min |
| Sep 2, 12:08 AM EDT | Flash Flood Warning | BOX | Barnstable, Dukes | 8 hr |
| Sep 2, 12:20 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | BOX | 55 min | |
| Sep 2, 12:22 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | BOX | Dukes | 53 min |
| Sep 2, 12:25 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | BOX | 65 min | |
| Sep 2, 12:45 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | BOX | Barnstable, Dukes | 60 min |
| Sep 2, 1:07 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | BOX | 83 min | |
| Sep 2, 1:15 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | BOX | Dukes | 28 min |
| Sep 2, 1:51 AM EDT | River Flood Warning | BOX | Worcester | 31 hr |
| Sep 2, 1:56 AM EDT | Tornado Warning | BOX | Barnstable | 26 min |
| Sep 2, 2:34 AM EDT | Flash Flood Warning | BOX | Bristol, Plymouth | 6 hr |
| Sep 2, 3:42 AM EDT | River Flood Warning | BOX | Norfolk, Suffolk | 11 hr |
| Sep 2, 5:14 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | BOX | 46 min | |
| Sep 2, 5:26 AM EDT | Flash Flood Warning | BOX | Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes, Plymouth | 3 hr |
| Sep 2, 5:30 AM EDT | River Flood Warning | BOX | Middlesex | 22 hr |
| Sep 2, 5:49 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | BOX | 42 min | |
| Sep 2, 6:02 AM EDT | Flash Flood Warning | BOX | Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk, Suffolk | 3 hr |
| Sep 2, 6:14 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | BOX | 25 min | |
| Sep 2, 6:50 AM EDT | Areal Flood Warning | BOX | Franklin, Hampden, Hampshire, Middlesex, Worcester | 6 hr |
| Sep 2, 7:04 AM EDT | Areal Flood Warning | BOX | Bristol, Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk, Plymouth, Suffolk and 1 more | 11 hr |
| Sep 2, 7:25 AM EDT | Flash Flood Warning | BOX | Hampden, Hampshire, Worcester | 6 hr |
| Sep 2, 7:43 AM EDT | Areal Flood Warning | BOX | Bristol, Norfolk, Plymouth, Worcester | 6 hr |
| Sep 2, 7:54 AM EDT | Areal Flood Warning | BOX | Barnstable, Dukes, Plymouth | 6 hr |
| Sep 2, 8:14 AM EDT | River Flood Warning | BOX | Hampden, Hampshire | 13 hr |
| Sep 2, 8:20 AM EDT | River Flood Warning | BOX | Worcester | 32 hr |
| Sep 2, 8:20 AM EDT | River Flood Warning | BOX | Middlesex, Worcester | 60 hr |
| Sep 2, 9:25 AM EDT | River Flood Warning | BOX | Bristol, Plymouth | 64 hr |
| Sep 2, 10:40 AM EDT | Small Craft Advisory | BOX | 17 hr | |
| Sep 2, 12:51 PM EDT | Areal Flood Warning | BOX | Franklin, Hampden, Hampshire, Middlesex, Norfolk, Worcester | 6 hr |
| Sep 2, 1:28 PM EDT | Areal Flood Warning | BOX | Hampden | 6 hr |
| Sep 2, 1:42 PM EDT | Areal Flood Warning | BOX | Bristol, Norfolk, Plymouth, Worcester | 6 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; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive; the gauge from the NWS water service and the USGS.