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Wind Advisory 10, NWS Boston/Norton, MA

February 27, 202413 counties in Massachusetts; Capitol Planning Region, Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut; 5 counties in Rhode Island

NWS Boston/Norton, MA issued this wind advisory at Feb 27, 2024, 4:18 AM EST for 13 counties in Massachusetts; Capitol Planning Region, Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut; 5 counties in Rhode Island. It took effect at Feb 28, 2024, 7:00 AM EST. It was in force for 24 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Feb 27, 2024, 4:18 AM EST (09:18 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 28, 2024, 7:00 AM EST
Expired
Feb 29, 2024, 7:00 AM EST
In force
24 hr
Issued by
NWS Boston/Norton, MA

Counties Capitol Planning Region, CT, Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, CT, Barnstable County, MA, Bristol County, MA, Dukes County, MA, Essex County, MA, Franklin County, MA, Hampden County, MA, Hampshire County, MA, Middlesex County, MA, Nantucket County, MA, Norfolk County, MA, Plymouth County, MA, Suffolk County, MA, Worcester County, MA, Bristol County, RI, Kent County, RI, Newport County, RI, Providence County, RI, Washington County, RI

The radar

The Boston radar (KBOX), 26 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:23 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

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

The nearest sounding before it

Brookhaven, NY (KOKX), launched 00:00Z, 9.3 hours before the alert went out and 168 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Brookhaven, NY at 00:00Z on 2024-02-27Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Brookhaven, NY at 00:00Z on 2024-02-27The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 131 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
1564 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
39 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
131 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
164 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

347 
WWUS71 KBOX 270918
NPWBOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA
418 AM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

MAZ016>022-RIZ003>008-272230-
/O.NEW.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240228T1200Z-240229T0600Z/
Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA-Western Plymouth MA-
Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-
Barnstable MA-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-Bristol RI-
Washington RI-Newport RI-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Quincy, Taunton, Brockton, Plymouth, 
Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Chatham, Falmouth, 
Provincetown, Coventry, West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, 
West Warwick, Bristol, Narragansett, Westerly, Newport, 
and New Shoreham
418 AM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM WEDNESDAY TO 1 AM EST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of eastern and southeastern Massachusetts and 
  northern and southern Rhode Island.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 1 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MAZ023-024-272230-
/O.NEW.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240228T1200Z-240229T1100Z/
Dukes MA-Nantucket MA-
Including the cities of Vineyard Haven and Nantucket
418 AM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM WEDNESDAY TO 6 AM EST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Dukes and Nantucket Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 6 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CTZ004-272230-
/O.NEW.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240228T1700Z-240229T1100Z/
Windham CT-
Including the cities of Putnam and Willimantic
418 AM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO 6 AM EST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Windham County.

* WHEN...From noon Wednesday to 6 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MAZ013-RIZ001-002-272230-
/O.NEW.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240228T1700Z-240229T0600Z/
Western Norfolk MA-Northwest Providence RI-
Southeast Providence RI-
Including the cities of Foxborough, Norwood, Foster, Smithfield, 
and Providence
418 AM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO 1 AM EST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Providence, and Western Norfolk Counties.

* WHEN...From noon Wednesday to 1 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CTZ003-MAZ015-272230-
/O.NEW.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240228T2000Z-240229T1100Z/
Tolland CT-Suffolk MA-
Including the cities of Union, Vernon, and Boston
418 AM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM WEDNESDAY TO 6 AM EST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...In Connecticut, Tolland County. In Massachusetts, 
  Suffolk County.

* WHEN...From 3 PM Wednesday to 6 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MAZ007-272230-
/O.NEW.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240228T2000Z-240228T2300Z/
Eastern Essex MA-
Including the city of Gloucester
418 AM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TO 6 PM EST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Essex County.

* WHEN...From 3 PM to 6 PM EST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MAZ014-272230-
/O.NEW.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240228T2000Z-240229T0600Z/
Southeast Middlesex MA-
Including the city of Cambridge
418 AM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM WEDNESDAY TO 1 AM EST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southeast Middlesex County.

* WHEN...From 3 PM Wednesday to 1 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MAZ002-003-008>011-272230-
/O.NEW.KBOX.HW.A.0004.240229T0000Z-240301T0000Z/
Western Franklin MA-Eastern Franklin MA-Western Hampshire MA-
Western Hampden MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-Eastern Hampden MA-
Including the cities of Charlemont, Greenfield, Orange, 
Chesterfield, Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, and Springfield
418 AM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH
THURSDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Franklin, Hampshire, and Hampden Counties.

* WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/box
6 follow-up statements
315 
WWUS71 KBOX 272022
NPWBOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA
322 PM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

MAZ022-280930-
/O.UPG.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240228T1200Z-240229T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KBOX.HW.W.0003.240228T1200Z-240229T1200Z/
Barnstable MA-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, and Provincetown
322 PM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM EST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
  expected during the day Wednesday. Winds shift to the west
  northwest Wednesday night with speeds of 20 to 30 mph and gusts
  up to 60 mph. 

* WHERE...Barnstable County.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MAZ023-024-280930-
/O.UPG.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240228T1200Z-240229T1100Z/
/O.NEW.KBOX.HW.W.0003.240228T1200Z-240229T1200Z/
Dukes MA-Nantucket MA-
Including the cities of Vineyard Haven and Nantucket
322 PM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM EST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
  expected. Winds shift to the west northwest Wednesday night with
  speeds of 25 to 35 mph and gusts up to 60 mph. 

* WHERE...Dukes and Nantucket Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CTZ002-MAZ005-006-012-280930-
/O.EXB.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240229T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Hartford CT-Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA-
Southern Worcester MA-
Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Framingham, 
Lowell, Lawrence, Milford, and Worcester
322 PM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM EST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...In Connecticut, Hartford County. In Massachusetts, 
  Central Middlesex, Western Essex and Southern Worcester 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 PM Wednesday to 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MAZ016>021-RIZ002>008-280930-
/O.EXT.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240228T1200Z-240229T1200Z/
Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA-Western Plymouth MA-
Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-
Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-
Bristol RI-Washington RI-Newport RI-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Quincy, Taunton, Brockton, Plymouth, 
Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Providence, Coventry, 
West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, Bristol, 
Narragansett, Westerly, Newport, and New Shoreham
322 PM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM EST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
  expected on Wednesday. Winds shift to the west northwest
  Wednesday night with speeds of 20 to 30 mph and gusts up to 55
  mph.

* WHERE...Portions of eastern and southeastern Massachusetts and 
  northern and southern Rhode Island.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CTZ003-004-MAZ007-013>015-RIZ001-280930-
/O.EXT.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240228T1800Z-240229T1200Z/
Tolland CT-Windham CT-Eastern Essex MA-Western Norfolk MA-
Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-Northwest Providence RI-
Including the cities of Union, Vernon, Putnam, Willimantic, 
Gloucester, Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, Foster, 
and Smithfield
322 PM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM EST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
  expected. Winds shift to the west northwest Wednesday night 
  with speeds of 20 to 30 mph and gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...In Connecticut, Tolland and Windham Counties. In 
  Massachusetts, Eastern Essex, Western Norfolk, Southeast 
  Middlesex and Suffolk Counties. In Rhode Island, Northwest 
  Providence County.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MAZ004-026-280930-
/O.EXB.KBOX.HW.A.0004.240229T0000Z-240229T1800Z/
Northern Worcester MA-Northern Middlesex MA-
Including the cities of Barre, Fitchburg, and Ayer
322 PM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH
THURSDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Northern Worcester and Northern Middlesex Counties.

* WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

MAZ002-003-008>011-280930-
/O.EXT.KBOX.HW.A.0004.240229T0000Z-240229T1800Z/
Western Franklin MA-Eastern Franklin MA-Western Hampshire MA-
Western Hampden MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-Eastern Hampden MA-
Including the cities of Charlemont, Greenfield, Orange, 
Chesterfield, Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, and Springfield
322 PM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

...HIGH WIND WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH
THURSDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Franklin, Hampshire, and Hampden Counties.

* WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/box
913 
WWUS71 KBOX 280844
NPWBOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA
344 AM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

MAZ022>024-282145-
/O.CON.KBOX.HW.W.0003.240228T1200Z-240229T1200Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Nantucket MA-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
Vineyard Haven, and Nantucket
344 AM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO
7 AM EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Barnstable, Dukes and Nantucket Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MAZ002>004-008>011-026-282145-
/O.UPG.KBOX.HW.A.0004.240229T0000Z-240229T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240229T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Western Franklin MA-Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-
Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-
Eastern Hampden MA-Northern Middlesex MA-
Including the cities of Charlemont, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, 
Fitchburg, Chesterfield, Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, 
Springfield, and Ayer
344 AM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM EST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Franklin, Hampshire, Hampden, Northern Worcester, and 
  Northern Middlesex Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MAZ016>021-RIZ002>008-282145-
/O.CON.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240228T1200Z-240229T1200Z/
Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA-Western Plymouth MA-
Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-
Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-
Bristol RI-Washington RI-Newport RI-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Quincy, Taunton, Brockton, Plymouth, 
Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Providence, Coventry, 
West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, Bristol, 
Narragansett, Westerly, Newport, and New Shoreham
344 AM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM
EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of eastern and southeastern Massachusetts and 
  northern and southern Rhode Island.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CTZ003-004-MAZ007-013>015-RIZ001-282145-
/O.CON.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240228T1800Z-240229T1200Z/
Tolland CT-Windham CT-Eastern Essex MA-Western Norfolk MA-
Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-Northwest Providence RI-
Including the cities of Union, Vernon, Putnam, Willimantic, 
Gloucester, Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, Foster, 
and Smithfield
344 AM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
7 AM EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...In Connecticut, Tolland and Windham Counties. In 
  Massachusetts, Eastern Essex, Western Norfolk, Southeast 
  Middlesex and Suffolk Counties. In Rhode Island, Northwest 
  Providence County.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CTZ002-MAZ005-006-012-282145-
/O.CON.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240229T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Hartford CT-Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA-
Southern Worcester MA-
Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Framingham, 
Lowell, Lawrence, Milford, and Worcester
344 AM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM
EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...In Connecticut, Hartford County. In Massachusetts, 
  Central Middlesex, Western Essex and Southern Worcester 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/box
753 
WWUS71 KBOX 282012
NPWBOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA
312 PM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

MAZ002-008-009-290915-
/O.UPG.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240229T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KBOX.HW.W.0003.240228T2300Z-240229T1200Z/
Western Franklin MA-Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA-
Including the cities of Charlemont, Chesterfield, and Blandford
312 PM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Western Franklin, Western Hampshire and Western 
  Hampden Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MAZ022>024-290915-
/O.CON.KBOX.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Nantucket MA-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
Vineyard Haven, and Nantucket
312 PM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.
  Winds shift to the west this evening at 20 to 25 mph with gusts
  up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Barnstable, Dukes and Nantucket Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CTZ002-MAZ003>006-010>012-026-290915-
/O.EXT.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.240228T2100Z-240229T1200Z/
Hartford CT-Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-
Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-
Eastern Hampden MA-Southern Worcester MA-Northern Middlesex MA-
Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Greenfield, 
Orange, Barre, Fitchburg, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Amherst, 
Northampton, Springfield, Milford, Worcester, and Ayer
312 PM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Worcester, Northern and Central Middlesex, Hartford, 
  Eastern Franklin, Western Essex, Eastern Hampshire, and 
  Eastern Hampden Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MAZ016>021-RIZ002>008-290915-
/O.CON.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA-Western Plymouth MA-
Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-
Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-
Bristol RI-Washington RI-Newport RI-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Quincy, Taunton, Brockton, Plymouth, 
Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Providence, Coventry, 
West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, Bristol, 
Narragansett, Westerly, Newport, and New Shoreham
312 PM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
  Winds shift to the west at 20 to 25 mph this evening with gusts
  up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of eastern and southeastern Massachusetts and 
  northern and southern Rhode Island.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CTZ003-004-MAZ007-013>015-RIZ001-290915-
/O.CON.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Tolland CT-Windham CT-Eastern Essex MA-Western Norfolk MA-
Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-Northwest Providence RI-
Including the cities of Union, Vernon, Putnam, Willimantic, 
Gloucester, Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, Foster, 
and Smithfield
312 PM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...In Connecticut, Tolland and Windham Counties. In 
  Massachusetts, Eastern Essex, Western Norfolk, Southeast 
  Middlesex and Suffolk Counties. In Rhode Island, Northwest 
  Providence County.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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307 
WWUS71 KBOX 290020
NPWBOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA
720 PM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

MAZ003-004-010>012-026-291200-
/O.UPG.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
/O.EXA.KBOX.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-
Eastern Hampden MA-Southern Worcester MA-Northern Middlesex MA-
Including the cities of Greenfield, Orange, Barre, Fitchburg, 
Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, Milford, Worcester, and Ayer
720 PM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Worcester, Eastern Franklin, Eastern Hampshire, 
  Eastern Hampden, and Northern Middlesex Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MAZ022>024-291200-
/O.CON.KBOX.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Nantucket MA-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
Vineyard Haven, and Nantucket
720 PM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Barnstable, Dukes and Nantucket Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MAZ002-008-009-291200-
/O.CON.KBOX.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Western Franklin MA-Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA-
Including the cities of Charlemont, Chesterfield, and Blandford
720 PM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Western Franklin, Western Hampshire and Western 
  Hampden Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MAZ016>021-RIZ002>008-291200-
/O.CON.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA-Western Plymouth MA-
Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-
Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-
Bristol RI-Washington RI-Newport RI-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Quincy, Taunton, Brockton, Plymouth, 
Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Providence, Coventry, 
West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, Bristol, 
Narragansett, Westerly, Newport, and New Shoreham
720 PM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of eastern and southeastern Massachusetts and 
  northern and southern Rhode Island.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CTZ003-004-MAZ007-013>015-RIZ001-291200-
/O.CON.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Tolland CT-Windham CT-Eastern Essex MA-Western Norfolk MA-
Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-Northwest Providence RI-
Including the cities of Union, Vernon, Putnam, Willimantic, 
Gloucester, Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, Foster, 
and Smithfield
720 PM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...In Connecticut, Tolland and Windham Counties. In 
  Massachusetts, Eastern Essex, Western Norfolk, Southeast 
  Middlesex and Suffolk Counties. In Rhode Island, Northwest 
  Providence County.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CTZ002-MAZ005-006-291200-
/O.CON.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Hartford CT-Central Middlesex MA-Western Essex MA-
Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Framingham, 
Lowell, and Lawrence
720 PM EST Wed Feb 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...In Connecticut, Hartford County. In Massachusetts, 
  Central Middlesex and Western Essex Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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048 
WWUS71 KBOX 290756
NPWBOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA
256 AM EST Thu Feb 29 2024

MAZ022>024-291200-
/O.CAN.KBOX.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
/O.EXA.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Nantucket MA-
Including the cities of Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, 
Vineyard Haven, and Nantucket
256 AM EST Thu Feb 29 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THIS MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Barnstable, Dukes and Nantucket Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MAZ002>004-008>012-026-291200-
/O.CAN.KBOX.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
/O.EXA.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Western Franklin MA-Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-
Western Hampshire MA-Western Hampden MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-
Eastern Hampden MA-Southern Worcester MA-Northern Middlesex MA-
Including the cities of Charlemont, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, 
Fitchburg, Chesterfield, Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, 
Springfield, Milford, Worcester, and Ayer
256 AM EST Thu Feb 29 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THIS MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Franklin, Hampshire, Hampden, Worcester, and Northern 
  Middlesex Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

MAZ016>021-RIZ002>008-291200-
/O.CON.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA-Western Plymouth MA-
Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-Southern Plymouth MA-
Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-
Bristol RI-Washington RI-Newport RI-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Quincy, Taunton, Brockton, Plymouth, 
Fall River, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Providence, Coventry, 
West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, Bristol, 
Narragansett, Westerly, Newport, and New Shoreham
256 AM EST Thu Feb 29 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of eastern and southeastern Massachusetts and 
  northern and southern Rhode Island.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CTZ002>004-MAZ005>007-013>015-RIZ001-291200-
/O.CON.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Central Middlesex MA-
Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex MA-Western Norfolk MA-
Southeast Middlesex MA-Suffolk MA-Northwest Providence RI-
Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, 
Putnam, Willimantic, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, 
Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, Foster, and Smithfield
256 AM EST Thu Feb 29 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Central and Southeast Middlesex, Essex, Hartford, 
  Tolland, Windham, Western Norfolk, Suffolk, and Northwest 
  Providence Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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262 
WWUS71 KBOX 291201
NPWBOX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA
701 AM EST Thu Feb 29 2024

CTZ002>004-MAZ002>024-026-RIZ001>008-291315-
/O.EXP.KBOX.WI.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-240229T1200Z/
Hartford CT-Tolland CT-Windham CT-Western Franklin MA-
Eastern Franklin MA-Northern Worcester MA-Central Middlesex MA-
Western Essex MA-Eastern Essex MA-Western Hampshire MA-
Western Hampden MA-Eastern Hampshire MA-Eastern Hampden MA-
Southern Worcester MA-Western Norfolk MA-Southeast Middlesex MA-
Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA-Northern Bristol MA-
Western Plymouth MA-Eastern Plymouth MA-Southern Bristol MA-
Southern Plymouth MA-Barnstable MA-Dukes MA-Nantucket MA-
Northern Middlesex MA-Northwest Providence RI-
Southeast Providence RI-Western Kent RI-Eastern Kent RI-
Bristol RI-Washington RI-Newport RI-Block Island RI-
Including the cities of Hartford, Windsor Locks, Union, Vernon, 
Putnam, Willimantic, Charlemont, Greenfield, Orange, Barre, 
Fitchburg, Framingham, Lowell, Lawrence, Gloucester, 
Chesterfield, Blandford, Amherst, Northampton, Springfield, 
Milford, Worcester, Foxborough, Norwood, Cambridge, Boston, 
Quincy, Taunton, Brockton, Plymouth, Fall River, New Bedford, 
Mattapoisett, Chatham, Falmouth, Provincetown, Vineyard Haven, 
Nantucket, Ayer, Foster, Smithfield, Providence, Coventry, 
West Greenwich, East Greenwich, Warwick, West Warwick, Bristol, 
Narragansett, Westerly, Newport, and New Shoreham
701 AM EST Thu Feb 29 2024

...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

Wind gusts up to 40mph remain possible today, but should generally
diminish through out the day and into the evening. 

$$

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What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this wind advisory went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Boston/Norton, MA wrote its last area forecast discussion before this wind advisory went out at Feb 27, 4:10 AM EST, 8 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Feb 27, 4:10 AM EST, 8 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA
410 AM EST Tue Feb 27 2024

.SYNOPSIS...
A warm front lifts north across our region today, bringing
unseasonably mild temperatures and increased cloud cover. A
potent cold front moving through Wednesday into Wednesday night
will bring soaking rains and strong wind gusts to southern New
England, followed by sharply falling temperatures late
Wednesday night. Windy with near seasonable temperatures on
Thursday before starting a warming trend again Friday.

&&

.NEAR TERM /UNTIL 6 PM THIS EVENING/...
Marine stratus finally developed across portions of southern RI
and southeast MA. These clouds are expected to linger a while
through this morning. An approaching warm front will lead to
increasing and thickening clouds across most of our region.
These clouds will complicate the temperature forecast quite a
bit today. While above normal temperatures will continue due to
the increasing southerly flow, if we can add on enough sunshine,
it's possible that some of normally warmer spot approach high
temperatures near 60 degrees. For most locations though,
thinking the 50s is what will most likely happen. Just do not
have much confidence is prolonged periods of sunshine.

Most of today expected to be dry, with showers possibly arriving
along and west of the CT River very late this afternoon.

&&

.SHORT TERM /6 PM THIS EVENING THROUGH 6 PM WEDNESDAY/...
This is the time period where the weather gets more unsettled. A
modest mid level shortwave and strong isentropic lift should
lead to a period of rainfall, which begins tonight and continues
into Wednesday. Not thinking that this will be a widespread
continuous rainfall, but more of a prolonged period of showers.
The heaviest rainfall still looks to be over RI and southeast
MA.

Still have concerns for wind potential tonight into Wednesday.
Model soundings showed a potent, but very shallow, inversion in
place over southern New England. Low level jet increases
dramatically tonight, and especially Wednesday. Peak speeds in
this low level jet of 65-75 kt are not out of the question by
Wednesday afternoon. Even stronger winds should precede the cold
front associated with this system Wednesday afternoon. With the
presence of the strong low level inversion, thinking a Wind
Advisory will be needed for portions of RI and MA from late
tonight into Wednesday.

&&

.LONG TERM /WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH MONDAY/...

Key Points

* Strong to damaging winds Wednesday night into Thursday

* Rapid drop in Temperatures Wednesday night into Thursday

* Warming up Friday through the weekend with more rain possible

Wednesday night

Potent northern stream trough and cold front come barreling through
southern New England overnight bringing strong to damaging wind
gusts and an extreme drop in temperature. Before that, a very strong
southerly LLJ ahead of the cold front will be over eastern MA. 925mb
winds are approaching 70-80 knots which is leading to the NAEFS and
ECMWF ensemble tables to have wind anomalies around +3 to +4. The
big question with a SE wind prior to the passage of the cold front
will be how much wind can be mixed down.  Bufkit soundings show a
strong inversion esspically near coastal areas due to cold ocean
temps around 40F. However, with strong WAA, temperatures will be
approaching the low to mid 50s during the peak of the LLJ. If
temperatures can warm into the mid 50s near the coasts, then we
could be looking at High Wind Warming (58mph) gusts.  If temps stay
in the low 50s, wind gusts likely only reach the advisory (46mph)
level. Given the uncertainty at this time range, will use the same
method as the previous shift which is to approximate the winds at
the surface by using 50% of the 925 mb winds which yields wind gusts
up to 50mph. Another uncertainty with this event is how will the
pressure falls to the north effect the wind potential. Strong
pressure falls to the north of a high wind area under a SSE jet
favors convergence with the wind rushing in towards the pressure
fall area. This is typically observed most in cases where the 3
hourly pressure falls are at least 6mb or more. The 00z GFS pressure
fields do show a 6-7mb pressure falls over Maine, but only 3-4mb
over New Hampshire. NBM probs for High Wind Warning criteria are
below 50% at this time, and given other uncertainties, decided to
hold off on a High Wind Watch for the Cape and Islands.

The potent cold front moves through the region late Wednesday night
into Thursday morning. 850mb temps quickly drop from +7C to -13C
while surface temperatures drop from the 50s into the 20s over the
course of 6-9 hours! The larger concern with the cold front however
will be the short period of enhanced winds. As the front passes
through, winds will turn to the NW, allowing for mixing up to 850mb
to occur. With 850mb winds near 55-65 knots, Very strong CAA, and
the possibility of a fine line of precipitation, gusts could
potentially reach 60mph at the surface. NBM probabilites for 58mph
gusts are also moderate to high at 50-80%. Given these factors, have
hoisted a High Wind Watch for the east slopes of the Berkshires.
further east, NBM probs for 58mph+ are low at 10% or less, however,
probs for 46mph+ are moderate at 30-60% meaning a wind advisory may
be needed for Thursday afternoon.

As for precipitation, A round of heavy windswept rain is likely with
the passage of the cold front. PWATS around 1.0-1.25 and very strong
forcing will allow for a wide spread 0.5 to 1.25 inches with a 10-
20% chance for 2+ inches of rain esspically across RI and SE MA.
Poor drainage and river flooding look to remain minimal at this time
with dry antecedent conditions. Behind the cold front, there may be
a quick back end thump of snow before dry air cuts off the precip.
Any snow that falls should be fast moving and short lived at any
given location. A quick coating to inch is possible especially
across the Berkshires and Worcester hills.

Thursday

Behind the front, gusty northwest winds and CAA continue much of the
day limiting highs to the low to mid 30s with wind chills in the
teens and 20s. Wind gusts during the day Thursday will likely
remains at 30-40 mph with 40-50mph for the Berkshires. With an
extremely dry airmass and high pressure overhead at this time, skies
will likely be sunny.

Friday and Beyond

Temps quickly rebound Friday as winds flip SE allowing WAA to kick
in. Highs warm into he upper 40s on Friday and low to mid 50s on
Saturday and Sunday. A weak shortwave disturbance moves through
Saturday afternoon, but uncertainty at this time remains high with
POPs staying below 50%.

&&

.AVIATION /09Z TUESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY/...
Forecast Confidence Levels:

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

Today...Moderate confidence.

IFR stratus across southern RI and southeast MA lingers past he
morning push. Increasing southerly flow may push this stratus
into BOS, but thinking that should be towards the tail end of
the morning push, and not lasting very long. Otherwise, a tale
of different conditions. VFR expected across western MA into this
afternoon, with IFR towards the Cape and islands. MVFR should
become more prevalent into this afternoon across the eastern
half of southern New England this afternoon.

Tonight and Wednesday...Moderate confidence.

IFR conditions likely as rain overspreads the region, heaviest
across SE New England. Increasing S winds with 25-35 kt gusts
developing near the coast. LLWS developing, especially eastern
New England as low level jet strengthens across the region.

KBOS TAF...Lower confidence due to uncertainty in timing/extent
of potential stratus later this morning. Further adjustments may
be needed.

KBDL TAF...Moderate confidence in TAF. It should remain VFR,
but will have to watch for some lower cigs possibly developing
later this morning. We did not include in TAF as confidence is
low.

Outlook /Wednesday Night through Saturday/...

Wednesday Night: Mainly VFR, with local IFR possible. Strong
winds with gusts up to 50 kt. RA, chance SN.

Thursday: VFR. Strong winds with gusts up to 50 kt.

Thursday Night: VFR. Strong winds with areas of gusts up to
45 kt.

Friday: VFR. Windy with local gusts up to 30 kt.

Friday Night: Mainly VFR, with local MVFR possible. Windy with
local gusts up to 30 kt. Slight chance RA.

Saturday: Mainly VFR, with local IFR possible. Breezy. Chance
RA.

&&

.MARINE...
Forecaster Confidence Levels:

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

Increasing south winds late today, and especially tonight into
Wednesday as a low level jet strengthens. Gusts will increase
to 35+ kt after midnight. Gale Warnings will be issued for the
waters. Reduced visibility in fog around the Cape and islands
this morning. More widespread reduced visibility in rain
tonight into Wednesday.

Outlook /Wednesday Night through Saturday/...

Wednesday Night: gale force winds with gusts up to 45 kt. Rough
seas up to 16 ft. Rain, isolated thunderstorms. Local
visibility 1 to 3 nm.

Thursday: Strong winds with gusts up to 40 kt. Rough seas up to
14 ft.

Thursday Night: Low risk for gale force winds with gusts up to
40 kt. Areas of rough seas.

Friday: Moderate risk for Small Craft Advisory winds with gusts
up to 30 kt. Areas of seas approaching 5 ft.

Friday Night: Moderate risk for Small Craft Advisory winds with
gusts up to 30 kt. Areas of seas approaching 5 ft. Slight
chance of rain.

Saturday: Winds less than 25 kt. Chance of rain.

&&

.BOX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
CT...Wind Advisory from 3 PM Wednesday to 6 AM EST Thursday for
     CTZ003.
     Wind Advisory from noon Wednesday to 6 AM EST Thursday for
     CTZ004.
MA...Wind Advisory from 3 PM Wednesday to 6 AM EST Thursday for
     MAZ015.
     High Wind Watch from Wednesday evening through Thursday
     evening for MAZ002-003-008>011.
     Wind Advisory from 3 PM to 6 PM EST Wednesday for MAZ007.
     Wind Advisory from noon Wednesday to 1 AM EST Thursday for
     MAZ013.
     Wind Advisory from 3 PM Wednesday to 1 AM EST Thursday for
     MAZ014.
     Wind Advisory from 7 AM Wednesday to 1 AM EST Thursday for
     MAZ016>022.
     Wind Advisory from 7 AM Wednesday to 6 AM EST Thursday for
     MAZ023-024.
RI...Wind Advisory from noon Wednesday to 1 AM EST Thursday for
     RIZ001-002.
     Wind Advisory from 7 AM Wednesday to 1 AM EST Thursday for
     RIZ003>008.
MARINE...Gale Warning from 7 AM Wednesday to 7 PM EST Thursday for
     ANZ230-251.
     Gale Warning from 1 AM Wednesday to 1 PM EST Thursday for
     ANZ231>235-237.
     Gale Warning from 1 AM Wednesday to 10 AM EST Thursday for
     ANZ236.
     Gale Warning from 1 AM Wednesday to 7 PM EST Thursday for
     ANZ250.
     Gale Warning from midnight tonight to 7 PM EST Thursday for
     ANZ254>256.

&&

SYNOPSIS...Belk/KP
NEAR TERM...Belk
SHORT TERM...Belk
LONG TERM...KP
AVIATION...Belk/KP
MARINE...Belk/KP

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 27, 4:18 AM ESTHigh Wind WatchBOXFranklin, Hampden, Hampshire, Middlesex, Worcester23 hr
Feb 27, 4:19 AM ESTGale WarningBOX69 hr
Feb 27, 3:22 PM ESTHigh Wind WarningBOXBarnstable, Dukes, Franklin, Hampden, Hampshire, Middlesex and 2 more36 hr

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