Monday, June 17, 2013
Blue skies will turn to thunder and lightning by Monday afternoon.
Don't let those sunny blue skies outside fool you, meteorologists are predicting severe rain and lightning throughout the region on Monday afternoon and Tuesday. The National Weather Service says a few strong and severe thunderstorms are likely to crop up this afternoon and continue throughout Tuesday. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop throughout Bristol and Rhode Island between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. today, but activity will be hit-or-miss depending on the region. Thunderstorms have the potential to become strong to severe, according to a hazardous weather outlook issued by the National Weather Service station in Taunton, MA. Large hail, damaging winds, dangerous cloud-to-ground lightning and localized flooding could occur. …
Monday, June 10, 2013
Another 2.5 inches could fall on the area tonight through Tuesday afternoon.
The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a flood watch for Bristol, Warren and much of the Southern New England area starting tonight and lasting through Tuesday evening. Rainfall will become heavy this evening, falling at a rate of 1 inch per hour. Rain will drop off briefly in the morning before increasing intensity in the afternoon and evening. An additional 1 to 2.5 inches of rain can be expected on top of the three inches the area received from the Friday/Saturday storm. The National Weather Service warns urban, poor drainage and small stream/river flooding may occur during this time.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Forecasters are predicting thunderstorms will develop again this afternoon.
Thunderstorm enthusiasts rejoice: more severe weather is on the way. The National Weather Service out of Taunton is predicting another wave of thunderstorms will hit Southern New England Wednesday afternoon. The severe weather is expected to begin around 2 p.m. as it heads east from New York. The NWS warns that some of the storms, which will go into the evening until about 9 p.m., may be severe at times – especially tot he north and west of I-95. The main threat from these storms will be damaging winds. Those with outdoor plans this afternoon and evening sould have a safe place to go, such as a vehicle or indoors, if the storms approach. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck my lightning.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Residents advised to monitor weather and seek shelter in event of hazardous weather.
The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Special Weather Statement for the possibility of severe thunderstorms this afternoon. Thunderstorms have already been forming in Southern New Hampshire and additional storms are expected to develop across Massachusetts, Northern Connecticut and Rhode Island during the afternoon hours. Some of these storms will produce damaging wind gusts, hail, lightning and heavy rainfall. The main threats will be gusting winds and heavy downpours, according to the NWS. Residents should closely monitor weather conditions during the afternoon hours and take shelter immediately should dangerous weather develop.
Thursday, May 2, 2013
The dry weather and expected winds on Thursday afternoon raise the fire threat in Bristol and Warren and throughout RI.
The National Weather Service has issued a warning of an increased risk of brush fires because of the extended dry weather conditions all across New England. Rainfall was well below normal in April. The NWS said the dry weather has created “unsafe burning conditions” with dead grass, leaves and brush at greater risk to catch fire. In addition to the dry conditions, winds may reach 20 to 30 mph in the afternoon, which could cause brush fires to spread. The NWS warned that most wildfires start as open burning by homeowners.
Friday, December 28, 2012
A second storm is headed to the area and could make driving hazardous on Saturday.
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Friday, December 28, 2012
A second storm of the week is headed toward New England and will dump a bit more snow onto the area on Saturday. The National Weather Service is predicting Bristol and Warren to get only about an inch of snow in the storm that is expected to start around noon Saturday, ending late Saturday night. But that doesn't mean residents — particularly motorists — can take this storm lightly. The weather service is predicting snow to begin late morning, then switch to rain, before returning to snow. The result could be a slippery mess on roads all over town. And other forecasters are predicting as much as 4-6 inches in the area, so totals could increase in the two towns. Patchy fog is expected to worsen visibility as temperatures warm slightly in …
Friday, December 21, 2012
Heavy rain and high winds are expected to continue throughout the day.
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Friday, December 21, 2012
The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for Bristol and Warren and much of the surrounding area today, as high winds and heavy rains are expected to continue through the afternoon. The strongest winds are forecast through 3 pm. Sustained winds from 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 45 mph are possible during this time, according to the alert. The National Weather Service has also issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook alert for the area, noting rain will continue throughout the day, possibly becoming heavy a times, causing minor urban and poor drainage flooding in some spots.
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Thursday, December 13, 2012
A strong coastal storm is expected to affect the region between Monday and Wednesday, bringing the white stuff with it.
For those of you dreaming of a white Christmas, this forecast pattern is what you've been waiting for. According to the National Weather Service, there is a chance for accumulating snow next week as a coastal storm develops between Monday and Wednesday. An active weather pattern is expected to begin Sunday and continue through the middle of next week. There's a good possibility of snow and/or ice, with significant amounts if temperatures remain cold enough. The NWS is currently predicting a 60 percent chance of rain and snow Sunday night, Monday and Tuesday in Bristol and Warren, with temperatures in the low- to mid-30s. Timing of the storm is still uncertain, as is the type of precipitation and any potential hazards. Obviously, the lower…
Friday, October 12, 2012
Temperatures will dip below freezing this weekend.
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Friday, October 12, 2012
The first freeze of the season is upon us. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a freeze watch for most of Rhode Island this weekend. According to NWS, temperatures will dip into the lower 30s Friday night and into Saturday morning in central and southern Rhode Island. The freeze watch goes into effect Friday around midnight. The freeze may kill sensitive vegetation, possibly bringing an end to this year's growing season. On the flip side, it may put an end to another season – mosquito season. Sports teams across the state have had to mix up their schedules for the past month following the rise in mosquito-borne illnesses found across the state. Many school departments, including Bristol-Warren, heeding the advice of the …
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
A high wind watch is in effect for Tuesday and Wednesday.
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Tuesday, September 18, 2012
You're about to have a very breezy commute. The National Weather Service (NWS) says strong and possibly damaging winds are expected for late Tuesday into early Wednesday morning throughout Rhode Island. As a result, a high wind watch is in effect through Wednesday. 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!
Patrick Luce
1:39 pm on Friday, December 28, 2012
Hi Randall, yup there are conflicting forecasts. The NWS is saying an inch in Bristol and Warren, but other forecasters are calling for 4-6 across RI, which the map reflects. I tend to lean toward the NWS, since it is localized to the specific towns, but I decided to include both forecasts more ›