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4 days ago
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Many major roads in Mass. town left impassable after strong storm blows through
Many major roads in a Massachusetts town were left impassable Friday morning after a powerful storm blew through, toppling trees and utility poles. The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for parts of Middlesex and Worcester counties, including Ayer, around 7 a.m. Shortly after the warning was issued, police in Ayer reported that multiple trees and wires were blocking roads around town. "Multiple roads are impassable," the Ayer Police Department wrote in a Facebook post. In a subsequent post, police warned motorists that roadways into town from the east and north were blocked by downed trees and live wires, noting that Sandy Pond, Central Avenue, East Main Street at the rotary, and Groton Harvard Road were all closed. A Boston 25 News photographer captured drone video from the Ayer rotary that showed a massive cluster of trees resting across the roadway and multiple utility poles leaning over. 'Some neighborhoods will see increased cut-through traffic. Please be patient and courteous,' police advised. 'Many resources are being brought in to help make the roads safe for passage and get the electricity turned back on.' Police said a tractor-trailer trying to use Oakridge Drive as a cut-through route got hooked on wires and brought down poles. There was no immediate word on when the closed roads would reopen. There is a risk of strong storms in the region throughout the afternoon to sunset. WATCH THE FORECAST | INTERACTIVE RADAR | DOWNLOAD THE APPS Follow our Boston 25 Meteorologists on Twitter for updates: Kevin Lemanowicz | Shiri Spear | Tucker Antico | Vicki Graf Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
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22-05-2025
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May Nor'easter in Massachusetts: Latest hour-by-hour timeline, storm impacts
A rare, late-spring nor'easter is expected to slam Massachusetts on Thursday with torrential rain, powerful wind gusts, and threaten coastal communities with flooding ahead of Memorial Day weekend. The Boston 25 Weather Team issued a WEATHER ALERT due to the storm's expected impacts. 'We're going to see peak wind and rain this afternoon and evening,' Boston 25 Meteorologist Shiri Spear said her latest forecast. 'Absolute downpours out there.' LATEST STORM TIMELINE Steady rain will be in place for the morning commute, with rainfall turning heavier after about 8 a.m. Downpours will soak the region from midday through the afternoon and evening. Spear warned that travel will be slow, with low visibility and ponding water on area roads. Showers could linger through Friday and there will be a chance for a spot shower on Saturday, but conditions will track mostly dry by then. Sunday will be dry, but cloudy. THREATS WE'RE WATCHING 1-3 inches of rain Wind gusts 30 to 50 mph Areas of coastal flooding EXPECTED RAINFALL TOTALS Rainfall totals of up to 2.5 inches is likely across most of Massachusetts. Some communities in eastern Massachusetts could see up to 3 or 4 inches of rain by Thursday night. Northern new England, including New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont will see about an inch of rain. STRONG WIND Wind gusts will ramp up as well on Thursday, also peaking in the afternoon and evening. Gusts of 40-50 mph will develop along the coast, highest on Cape Cod, Nantucket, and Martha's Vineyard Inland gusts will range from 30-40 mph. The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory for Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, and Nantucket counties. There is a risk of wind damage and power outages, as with any powerful storm. 'The fact that the trees are fully leaved and the soil is saturated will enhance the risk for tree damage and some power outages,' Spear wrote in her latest weather blog. FLOODING THREAT Pockets of splash over and minor coastal flooding will develop late Thursday afternoon and evening along the coast ahead of the 8 p.m. high tide. The National Weather Service issued a coastal flood advisory for Bristol, Plymouth, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, and Nantucket counties. Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with isolated closures are expected. 'If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property,' the NWS warned. EARLY SPRING FEEL Highs on Thursday will be in the 40s and low 50s. Temps will climb into the lower 60s in some areas this weekend. Memorial Day is shaping up to be partly cloudy with temperatures climbing back near 70 degrees. STAY UPDATED For more on the forecast, visit the Boston 25 Weather page. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
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21-05-2025
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Spring nor'easter coming to Mass.: Latest timeline for arrival, impacts
A spring nor'easter will sweep across New England on Thursday ahead of Memorial Day weekend, bringing torrential rain, strong wind gusts, and possible flooding to Massachusetts. The Boston 25 Weather team issued a WEATHER ALERT for Thursday due to the storm's expected impacts. LATEST STORM TIMELINE Showers will develop Wednesday night ahead of the more organized system. Steady rain will fall during the Thursday morning commute, but downpours will peak midday through the afternoon hours. 'If you're a morning commuter, 5 a.m. is not a bad time to be on the roads. We will have steady rain out there, but it won't be torrential yet,' Boston 25 Meteorologist Shiri Spear said in her latest forecast. 'That develops during the morning, so by lunchtime we're in the thick of it. The afternoon is going to feature scattered downpours.' Patchy rain will linger into Friday morning. 'As we travel through the overnight hours into Friday, lot of that heavy, steady rain is going to lift into northern New England,' Spear said. 'We're just left with some patchy tends to dry out Friday into Saturday.' THREATS WE'RE WATCHING 1-3 inches of rain Wind gusts up to 50 mph Areas of coastal flooding EXPECTED RAINFALL TOTALS Rainfall totals are expected to range from 1 to 3 inches. The heaviest rain is likely across eastern Massachusetts, including Boston. Central and western Massachusetts is in for about 2 inches of rain. Northern new England, including New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont will see about an inch of rain. STRONG WIND Wind gusts will ramp up as well on Thursday, also peaking in the afternoon. Gusts up to 50 mph are possible along the coast and Cape Cod. Gusts of 30-45 mph are expected in other parts of the region. There is a risk of wind damage and power outages, as with any powerful storm. FLOODING THREAT Pockets of splash over and minor coastal flooding will develop late Thursday afternoon and evening along the coast ahead of the 8 p.m. high tide. Waves of 5 to 10 feet in height are expected, along with a 2-foot storm surge. Beach erosion is only expected to be minor. EARLY SPRING FEEL Highs on Thursday will be in the 40s and low 50s. 'It's going to feel like late March, early April,' Spear said. Temps will climb into the lower 60s in some areas this weekend. 'It's really running almost 10 degrees below average this weekend,' Spear noted. Memorial Day is shaping up to be partly cloudy with temperatures climbing back near 70 degrees. STAY UPDATED For more on the forecast, visit the Boston 25 Weather page. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
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20-05-2025
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Spring nor'easter in Massachusetts: Latest storm timeline, expected impacts
A developing spring nor'easter is expected to sweep into Massachusetts ahead of Memorial Day weekend, bringing heavy rain, powerful wind gusts, and flooding. Rain will arrive in the Bay State Wednesday night into Thursday morning in the form of scattered showers before the windswept storm ramps up Thursday afternoon into the evening hours, Boston 25 Meteorologist Shiri Spear said in her latest forecast. 'I would say low impact through the morning commute, but after that, we have heavy, steady rain that comes on through,' Spear said. The Boston 25 Weather team issued a WEATHER ALERT for Thursday because the storm could bring up 2 inches of rain, wind gusts up to 50 mph, and areas of minor coastal flooding. "This will pack a punch, with periods of heavy rain and gusty winds in the afternoon and night," Spear wrote in her latest weather blog. There is a risk of wind damage and power outages, as with any strong storm. The rain is expected to linger into Friday morning before skies clear. 'We've got maybe a hit-or-miss shower between Friday night and Saturday, so definitely not washout weather,' Spear said. 'Just a situation where you're going to have to keep an eye on the sky.' Sunday is shaping up to be partly sunny with temperatures rebounding into the mid-60s. Memorial Day could reach 70 degrees. For more on the forecast, visit the Boston 25 Weather page. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
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17-02-2025
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Hold onto your hats! High wind warnings in Massachusetts with gusts up to 65 mph
Hold onto your hats! High wind warnings and advisories are in effect in Massachusetts for Monday. The National Weather Service has issued high wind warnings for Berkshire, Franklin, Worcester, Hampshire, Hampden, Middlesex, Essex, and Norfolk counties until 7 p.m. Wind advisories have been issued for Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, and Nantucket counties. 'Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles,' the NWS warned in a statement. 'Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.' Wind gusts are expected to reach up to 65 mph, Boston 25 Meteorologist Shiri Spear said in her latest forecast. There were thousands of power outages reported across the state on Monday morning, as well as dozens of flight delays or cancellations at Logan Airport in Boston due to the whipping winds. Bay Staters who live along the immediate coast will see big waves and freezing spray. Icy roads are also a concern with temperatures sitting in the 20s. For more on the forecast, visit the Boston 25 Weather page. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
