Walpole MRC

09/27/2026

WALPOLE MA and Area WX

09/27/2026

FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT

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DETAILS:

WHAT
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.

WHERE
Portions of Massachusetts, including the following areas, Barnstable MA, Central Middlesex MA, Dukes MA, Eastern Essex MA, Eastern Norfolk MA, Eastern Plymouth MA, Nantucket MA, Northern Bristol MA, Northern Middlesex MA, Northern Worcester MA, Southeast Middlesex MA, Southern Bristol MA, Southern Plymouth MA, Southern Worcester MA, Suffolk MA, Western Essex MA, Western Norfolk MA and Western Plymouth MA and Rhode Island, including the following areas, Block Island RI, Bristol RI, Eastern Kent RI, Newport RI, Northwest Providence RI, Southeast Providence RI, Washington RI and Western Kent RI.

WHEN
Through late Monday night.

IMPACTS
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.

- PERIODS OF RAIN WILL CONTINUE ACROSS THE REGION RIGHT THROUGH MONDAY. STORM TOTAL RAINFALL AMOUNT OF 2-4" ARE EXPECTED, BUT LOCALIZED 5-7" AMOUNTS ARE POSSIBLE. IF THESE HIGHER AMOUNTS ARE REALIZED
- the potential for both urban and small river/stream flooding would increase. This is particularly true if these localized higher amounts occur over a vulnerable urban center.

- Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

ISSUED AT
Sunday, September 27, 2026 at 2:48 AM EDT

ISSUED BY
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA

HEADER
Flood Watch

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PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS:

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

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AREAS AFFECTED:

Eastern Essex MA, Southeast Middlesex MA, Washington RI, Barnstable MA, Block Island RI, Bristol RI, Central Middlesex MA, Dukes MA, Eastern Kent RI, Eastern Norfolk MA, Eastern Plymouth MA, Nantucket MA, Newport RI, Northern Bristol MA, Northern Middlesex MA, Northern Worcester MA, Northwest Providence RI, Southeast Providence RI, Southern Bristol MA, Southern Plymouth MA, Southern Worcester MA, Suffolk MA, Western Essex MA, Western Kent RI, Western Norfolk MA, Western Plymouth MA

Including the cities of Foxborough, Walpole, Warwick, Brockton, Provincetown, Narragansett, West Warwick, Mattapoisett, Ayer, Norwood, Milford, Lowell, Vineyard Haven, Cambridge, Fall River, Smithfield, Bristol, Quincy, Plymouth, Falmouth, Worcester, Foster, Framingham, Taunton, Boston, Coventry, Nantucket, Fitchburg, Providence, New Bedford, Chatham, East Greenwich, Barre, Westerly, New Shoreham, Lawrence, Newport, Gloucester, and West Greenwich

09/26/2026

WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT SUNDAY

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DETAILS:

WHAT
Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 35 to 50 mph.

WHERE
Central and Southeast Middlesex County, Western Essex MA, Southern Worcester MA, Western Norfolk MA, Northern Bristol MA, Western Plymouth MA, and Northwest Providence RI.

WHEN
Until noon EDT Sunday.

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

ADDITIONAL DETAILS
The long duration of the winds coupled with heavy rain and fully leafed trees may exacerbate the risk for tree damage and power outages.

ISSUED AT
Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 1:24 PM EDT

ISSUED BY
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA

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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE

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PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS:

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

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AREAS AFFECTED

Western Norfolk MA, Western Plymouth MA, Central Middlesex MA, Northern Bristol MA, Northwest Providence RI, Southeast Middlesex MA, Southern Worcester MA, Western Essex MA

Including the cities of Cambridge, Taunton, Smithfield, Brockton, Norwood, Lowell, Worcester, Foster, Lawrence, Milford, Framingham, Walpole, and Foxborough

09/26/2026

FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT

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DETAILS:

WHAT
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

WHERE
Central and eastern Massachusetts as well as all of Rhode Island.

WHEN
Through late Monday night.

IMPACTS
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.

- PERIODS OF RAIN WILL CONTINUE ACROSS THE REGION RIGHT THROUGH MONDAY. STORM TOTAL RAINFALL AMOUNT OF 2-4" ARE EXPECTED, BUT LOCALIZED 5-7" AMOUNTS ARE POSSIBLE. IF THESE HIGHER AMOUNTS ARE REALIZED
- the potential for both urban and small river/stream flooding would increase. This is particularly true if these localized higher amounts occur over a vulnerable urban center.

- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

ISSUED AT
Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 12:18 PM EDT

ISSUED BY
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA

HEADER
URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED | Flood Watch

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PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

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AREAS AFFECTED

Eastern Essex MA, Southeast Middlesex MA, Washington RI, Barnstable MA, Block Island RI, Bristol RI, Central Middlesex MA, Dukes MA, Eastern Kent RI, Eastern Norfolk MA, Eastern Plymouth MA, Nantucket MA, Newport RI, Northern Bristol MA, Northern Middlesex MA, Northern Worcester MA, Northwest Providence RI, Southeast Providence RI, Southern Bristol MA, Southern Plymouth MA, Southern Worcester MA, Suffolk MA, Western Essex MA, Western Kent RI, Western Norfolk MA, Western Plymouth MA

Including the cities of Worcester, Barre, Ayer, East Greenwich, Westerly, Lawrence, West Warwick, Framingham, Bristol, Gloucester, Norwood, West Greenwich, Lowell, Quincy, Milford, Coventry, Plymouth, Vineyard Haven, Smithfield, Brockton, Nantucket, Providence, Boston, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Provincetown, Warwick, Narragansett, Newport, Foster, Fall River, New Shoreham, Falmouth, Taunton, Chatham, Foxborough, Walpole, Fitchburg, and Cambridge

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09/25/2026

SKYWARN

Storm Coordination Message #2 – Friday 9/25/26 Through Sunday 9/27/26 Multi-Hazard Coastal Storm Potential September 24, 2026 Rob Macedo Hello to all… ..Multi-Hazard long duration coastal storm on track to impact Southern New England Friday through Sunday with the highest impacts in Eastern & So...

09/25/2026

WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 2 AM EDT SUNDAY

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WHAT
Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts between 35 and 50 mph expected.

WHERE
Central and Southeast Middlesex County, Western Essex MA, Southern Worcester MA, Western Norfolk MA, Northern Bristol MA, Western Plymouth MA, and Northwest Providence RI.

WHEN
From 8 AM this morning to 2 AM EDT Sunday.

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

ISSUED AT
Friday, September 25, 2026 at 1:46 AM EDT

ISSUED BY
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA

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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE

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PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

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AREAS AFFECTED

Western Norfolk MA, Western Plymouth MA, Central Middlesex MA, Northern Bristol MA, Northwest Providence RI, Southeast Middlesex MA, Southern Worcester MA, Western Essex MA

Including the cities of Smithfield, Framingham, Taunton, Norwood, Cambridge, Milford, Brockton, Lowell, Foster, Foxborough, Walpole, Worcester, and Lawrence

09/24/2026

WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM FRIDAY TO 2 AM EDT SUNDAY

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WHAT
Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts between 35 and 50 mph expected.

WHERE
Central and Southeast Middlesex County, Western Essex MA, Southern Worcester MA, Western Norfolk MA, Northern Bristol MA, Western Plymouth MA, and Northwest Providence RI.

WHEN
From 8 AM Friday to 2 AM EDT Sunday.

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

ADDITIONAL DETAILS
The long duration of the winds coupled with heavy rain and fully leafed trees may exacerbate the risk for tree damage and power outages.

ISSUED AT
Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 12:38 PM EDT

ISSUED BY
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE

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PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

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AREAS AFFECTED

Western Norfolk MA, Western Plymouth MA, Central Middlesex MA, Northern Bristol MA, Northwest Providence RI, Southeast Middlesex MA, Southern Worcester MA, Western Essex MA

Including the cities of Worcester, Walpole, Norwood, Brockton, Smithfield, Milford, Taunton, Foster, Cambridge, Lowell, Framingham, Lawrence, and Foxborough

09/24/2026

FIRE 🔥 RISK for the Walpole Area

MODERATE FIRE 🔥 RISK

Posted: Thursday, 24-September 2026

09/24/2026

Ultraviolet (UV) Radiation for the Walpole Area

5 = MODERATE

Posted: Thursday, 24-September 2026

09/24/2026

NOTIFICATION for WALPOLE and Area:

Eversource: We are prepared for heavy rain and damaging winds from Friday through Sunday. Exact storm track and intensity still uncertain, with coastal areas and the Cape currently at greatest risk for impacts. These conditions may cause outages. Monitor forecast and prepare.

See storm center: eversource.com

Posted: Thursday, 24-September 2026