Storm Warning Issued for Massachusetts and Rhode Island Coastal Waters

Alert Details

A Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Boston/Norton, MA. This alert indicates that storm-force winds and hazardous sea conditions are imminent or occurring within the specified marine zones.

Affected Areas

The warning covers several key coastal regions, including:

• Coastal waters east of Ipswich Bay and the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary.
• Coastal waters from Provincetown, MA, to Chatham, MA, to Nantucket, MA, extending out 20 nautical miles.
• Coastal waters extending out to 25 nautical miles south of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket.
• Coastal waters from Montauk, NY, to Martha’s Vineyard, extending out to 20 nautical miles south of Block Island.

What You Should Do

Mariners are advised to take immediate precautions. The National Weather Service recommends that mariners remain in port, alter course to avoid the storm, and/or secure their vessels for severe conditions. Storm-force winds and hazardous seas can capsize or damage vessels and significantly reduce visibility.

Expected Conditions

Residents and mariners in the affected areas should prepare for the following conditions:

• Winds: South winds ranging from 30 to 40 knots, with gusts reaching up to 50 knots.
• Seas: Significant wave heights between 12 and 17 feet are expected.
• Visibility: Hazardous conditions are expected to reduce visibility across the coastal waters.

Timeline

The Storm Warning is scheduled to go into effect at 5:00 PM EDT on Monday, March 16. The warning is currently expected to remain in effect until 8:00 AM EDT on Tuesday, March 17.