Alertes en vigueurCharlestown, RI

What: Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 18 and 25 inches. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph.
Where: Portions of eastern, northeastern, and southeastern Massachusetts and northern and southern Rhode Island.
When: From 4 PM this afternoon to 7 AM EST Tuesday.
Impacts: Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle.