Friday, October 12, 2012
The National Weather Service has issued a 'freeze watch' for the region overnight Friday into Saturday.
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Friday, October 12, 2012
It may be time to turn on your heat. And to bundle up if you go out to one of Barrington's weekend festivals Saturday morning. The National Weather Service office in Boston has issued a freeze watch for most of Rhode Island and southeast Massachusetts. A hard freeze, meaning temperatures in the low 30s, is anticipated for overnight Friday, Oct. 12, into Saturday morning, Oct. 13. The freeze could bring an end to the growing season and harm sensitive vegetation unless it is protected, according to the National Weather Service. The freeze also will probably end worries about mosquitoes and mosquito-borne illnesses.
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
A high wind watch is in effect for Tuesday and Wednesday.
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Tuesday, September 18, 2012
A high wind watch is in effect through Wednesday. The National Weather Service (NWS) says strong and possibly damaging winds are expected for late Tuesday into early Wednesday morning throughout Rhode Island. South wind gusts could reach 55 mph, according to NWS, with the strongest gusts occurring near the south coast and higher elevations. The winds could result in downed tree limbs and possibly downed trees, according to the NWS. Take precautions and make sure you secure any outdoor lawn furniture.
Friday, September 7, 2012
Rhode Island will feel the impact of Hurricane Leslie this weekend; the National Weather Service has issued an advisory for beach-goers.
Hurricane Leslie may be well offshore of New England, but the Ocean State is predicted to still feel an impact for the next few days. The National Weather Service has issued an advisory for coastal Rhode Island, warning of high surfs and dangerous rip currents at beaches facing south and east. Breakers of 12 feet or more are also possible. The high surf and rip tides are anticipated to last into next week, dissipating Tuesday or Wednesday. The threats will lessen on south-facing beaches, but persist for east-facing beaches for a few days longer. High surf and strong riptides are a danger to swimmers, surfers and onlookers. Beaches do not have lifeguards after Labor Day. Onlookers standing on rocks, jetties or sea walls can be washed off …
Friday, August 10, 2012
The National Weather Service issued a tornado watch for all of Rhode Island.
Rhode Island is under a tornado watch. The National Weather Service issued the watch around 3:30 p.m. and said it will be in effect until 9 p.m. as severe thunderstorms move through the area. The storms could contain heavy downpours that will cause localized flooding, the weather service said. The weather service also issued a flood advisory and cautioned motorists to not drive into areas where water covers the road. "The water depth may be too great to allow your car to cross safely. Move to higher ground," the weather service said. Post your photos of the storm to this article by clicking "Upload Photos and Videos" to your right.
Thursday, July 26, 2012
The National Weather Service has issued another weather advisory for Rhode Island.
More severe weather is on the way for Rhode Island Thursday afternoon as the National Weather Service out of Taunton, MA has issued yet another weather advisory for the Ocean State. NWS warns there is a threat of a "severe thunderstorm outbreak" this afternoon and tonight. Weather officials are predicting "significant severe thunderstorms," with damaging wind gusts and large hail. There is even a chance of "isolated tornadoes" for western Massachusetts and Connecticut, according to the weather advisory. Though western Massachusetts and northern Connecticut look to get the brunt of the storms, the entire region (including Rhode Island and southeast Massachusetts) have the potential for severe weather – especially from 4 p.m. to midnight. …
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Weather officials have issued another severe thunderstorm watch for the state.
We’re not out of the storm yet. The National Weather Service has issued another severe thunderstorm watch for Rhode Island today. The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency is predicting downpours, hail and lightning for this afternoon. NWS warns there is a low probability for more severe weather Thursday and Friday. The watch is in effect is until 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Heat index values expected to top 100 degrees Tuesday, July 17, according to the National Weather Service.
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Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Loving the heat this summer? Well, it's continuing today but may reach dangerous levels. According to the National Weather Service, a heat advisory has been issued for all of Rhode Island today. The advisory will be in effect from 1 to 7 p.m. What does this mean for you? Residents can expect temperatures to peak around 95 degrees, with humidity levels reaching 70 percent or more. The combined readings will make it feel closer to 102. Heat index values that reach 103 degrees will result in dangerous conditions for those spending prolonged periods of time outdoors. To reduce the risk of heat illness, the NWS recommends drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room and out of the sun. Any outdoor activities during these hours …
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
National Weather Service and RI Department of Environmental Management issue warnings with temperatures expected to reach into the 90s; RI Emergency Management Agency offers tips for coping with heat.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a heat advisory for today, which is expected to stay in effect through Thursday. Forecasters are predicting temperatures in the 90s with high humidity, creating a heat index of 100 to 104 degrees. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) also is predicting air quality that will reach unhealthy levels Wednesday in most of the state. DEM predicts that conditions will be at their worst in the mid to late afternoon as a "very warm and very humid" air mass will be present at that time. Regular RIPTA bus services will be free today. The Department of Health warns that unhealthy levels of ozone can cause throat irritation, coughing, chest pain, shortness of breath, increased …
Jack Baillargeron
1:49 pm on Thursday, July 26, 2012
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