- Forecast predicts wet winter and coastal storms for New England and Massachusetts.
- A coastal storm system is currently tracking offshore, affecting New England and New Hampshire.
Coast Guard Warns of Severe Weather and Storm Stalls in Northeast
What happened
The Coast Guard Northeast District issued an advisory urging the maritime community throughout the Northeast to take precautions against severe weather. A strengthening storm in the Atlantic is moving northward and is expected to stall in New England through the weekend and into early next week. The Coast Guard advises mariners to prepare for gale force winds, high seas, and a significant tidal surge. This includes waves of 10 to 15 feet and a minor storm surge of 1 to 2.5 feet.
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Why it matters
The advisory warns that these conditions present extreme danger to vessel navigation, stability, and shoreline infrastructure. The Coast Guard specifically asked marinas, yacht clubs, and private residents to secure all paddle craft and small boats to prevent unintentional drifting out to sea.
A coastal storm system is currently tracking offshore, affecting New England and New Hampshire.
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Who's involved
- Rhode IslandState of Rhode Island, facing potential exposure to storm surge and high seas.
- PlymouthPlymouth, facing potential exposure to storm surge and high seas.