[W1SMH] Fwd: [mras_general] MEMA: Situational Awareness Statement #8: Major Winter Storm Today into Tomorrow [4 Attachments]

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-------- Original message --------From: "'WC1MAA Region 1 RACES' wc1maa at gmail.com [mass_races_ares_skywarn_general]" <mass_races_ares_skywarn_general at yahoogroups.com> Date: 3/14/17  10:35  (GMT-05:00) To: MRAS Leaders List <mass_races_ares_skywarn at yahoogroups.com>, MRAS General List <mass_races_ares_skywarn_general at yahoogroups.com>, MEMA Reg 1 Comm list <mema_region1_communications at yahoogroups.com> Subject: [mras_general] MEMA: Situational Awareness Statement #8: Major Winter Storm Today into Tomorrow [4 Attachments] 

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MASSACHUSETTS EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
SITUATIONAL AWARENESS STATEMENT

DATE: 3/14/2017
TIME: 9:30 AM
SUBJECT: Major Winter Storm Today into Tomorrow

Situation
The track of the storm has shifted west, which will lessen snowfall totals in eastern and southeastern MA, but also brings the rain/snow line farther north. In addition, winds will be slightly stronger: The coastline will experience high winds in the late morning and early afternoon, tapering off in the evening, with the outer Cape and Nantucket experiencing sustained winds of 40-45 mph and gusts up to 75+ mph, Cape Ann experiencing 45-50 mph sustained winds and 60-70 mph gusts. Other areas including central and western MA will experience 25-30 mph sustained winds with gusts of 40-50 mph.

Snow is now falling across the majority of the Commonwealth, with rain falling over Nantucket. Snowfall rates of 2 inches per hour have been reported in western Massachusetts with reduced visibilities of ¼ - ½ mile. This extremely heavy snowfall will move east during the morning, with snow falling at a rate of 2-4+ inches per hour, and continuing to fall at this rate for several hours before tapering off in the afternoon. Peak snowfall will occur between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Snow may change briefly to sleet or freezing rain in the late afternoon in central and northeastern MA. Precipitation will end in eastern Massachusetts by mid-afternoon, but will linger into tonight across much of the rest of the Commonwealth.

Minor to moderate coastal flooding is expected with this storm during the early Tuesday afternoon and 1 am Wednesday high tides, although the 1 am Wednesday time may now be a lesser event. The most vulnerable areas for coastal flooding would be east and northeast facing coastlines for the Tuesday afternoon high tide, and north and northeast facing coastlines for the early Wednesday morning high tide.

The storm is expected to produce:

· A widespread 12-24 inches of snow north and west of Rt. 495, with higher totals falling in western Massachusetts. Some areas of far western MA may see totals as high as 30 inches. Approximately 6-12 inches of heavy wet snow will fall in the Boston-Providence corridor. Southeastern Massachusetts and the Cape and Islands will see lower totals as snow transitions to rain Tuesday afternoon.

· Very heavy snowfall rates of 2-4+ inches per hour, continuing for up to several hours.

· Isolated thunderstorms.

· Damaging wind gusts (30-50 MPH inland; 50-70+ MPH along the coast).

· Potential for minor to moderate coastal flooding, especially during Tuesday afternoon/early Wednesday high tides.

Potential Impacts:

· Hazardous travel due to near-zero visibility at times.

· Downed trees and power outages, especially in areas of eastern Massachusetts where snowfall is wet and heavy or where snow is expected to transition to rain.

· Blowing and drifting snow is a concern; up to 3 foot drifts possible.

· A few flooded shore roads, possible pockets of more significant flooding.

· Urban and poor drainage flooding is possible in areas that receive heavy rain this afternoon.

· Potential icy conditions overnight as temperatures in southeastern Massachusetts drop into the teens Tuesday night.

Skywarn Reports:
Snowfall Reports (845-945 AM):
Wales, MA: 4.5"
Westfield, MA: 4.0"
West Springfield, MA: 4.0"
Southwick, MA: 3.5"
Springfield, MA: 3.3"
Warren, MA: 3.0"
Northampton, MA: 3.0"
Ware, MA: 3.0"
Warren, MA: 3.0"
Sturbridge, MA: 3.0"
Deerfield, MA: 3.0"
Shelburne, MA: 2.5"
Lunenburg, MA: 2.1"
Palmer, MA: 2.0"
Carlisle, MA: 1.0"

Snowfall Reports (745-845 AM):
West Springfield, MA: 3.5" (1" past hour)
Belchertown, MA: 3.0"
Southwick, MA: 2.7"
Springfield, MA: 2.5"
Heath, MA: 2.5"
Deerfield, MA: 2.3"
Fitchburg, MA: 2.2" (0.8" last hour)
Plainfield, MA: 2.1"
Ware, MA: 2.0"
Shelburne, MA: 2.0"
Westminster, MA: 1.8"
Lunenburg, MA: 1.7"
Northborough, MA: 1.3"
Northampton, MA: 1.2"
Hudson, MA: 1.0"
Framingham, MA: 1.0"

Snowfall Reports (0650-745 AM):
Wales, MA: 3.5"
Granby, MA: 2.6"
Amherst, MA: 2.5"
West Springfield, MA: 2.5"
Deerfield, MA: 1.8"
Sterling, MA: 1.8"
Fitchburg, MA: 1.4"
Lunenburg, MA: 1.0"
Northborough, MA: 0.8"
Lexington, MA: 0.8"

Snowfall Reports (0600-0650 AM):
Chicopee, MA: 1.5"
Millbury, MA: 1.0"
North Adams, MA: 1.0"
Worcester, MA (Belmont Hill): 0.7"
Lunenburg, MA: 0.4"

Watches and Warnings
Winter Weather Advisory
Issued: March 14 at 7:19AM EDT
Expiring: March 14 at 2:00PM EDT

Areas affected:Barnstable; Dukes

Winter Storm Warning
Issued: March 14 at 7:19AM EDT
Expiring: March 14 at 3:00PM EDT

Areas affected:Eastern Plymouth; Southern Bristol; Southern Plymouth; Western Plymouth

Winter Storm Warning
Issued: March 14 at 7:19AM EDT
Expiring: March 14 at 5:00PM EDT

Areas affected:Eastern Norfolk; Northern Bristol; Southeast Middlesex; Suffolk; Western Norfolk

Blizzard Warning
Issued: March 14 at 7:19AM EDT
Expiring: March 14 at 8:00PM EDT

Areas affected:Central Middlesex County; Eastern Essex; Eastern Franklin; Eastern Hampden; Eastern Hampshire; Northern Worcester; Northwest Middlesex County; Southern Worcester; Western Essex; Western Franklin; Western Hampden; Western Hampshire

Coastal Flood Warning
Issued: March 14 at 4:17AM EDT
Expiring: March 14 at 4:00PM EDT

Areas affected:Barnstable; Eastern Essex

Coastal Flood Warning
Issued: March 14 at 4:17AM EDT
Expiring: March 14 at 4:00PM EDT

Areas affected:Eastern Norfolk; Suffolk

Coastal Flood Warning
Issued: March 14 at 4:17AM EDT
Expiring: March 14 at 4:00PM EDT

Areas affected:Dukes; Eastern Plymouth; Nantucket

Blizzard Warning
Issued: March 14 at 4:17AM EDT
Expiring: March 15 at 12:00AM EDT

Areas affected:Northern Berkshire; Southern Berkshire

High Wind Warning
Issued: March 14 at 3:52AM EDT
Expiring: March 14 at 6:00PM EDT

Areas affected:Northern Bristol; Western Norfolk

High Wind Warning
Issued: March 14 at 3:52AM EDT
Expiring: March 14 at 6:00PM EDT

Areas affected:Eastern Norfolk; Southeast Middlesex; Suffolk; Western Plymouth

High Wind Warning
Issued: March 14 at 3:52AM EDT
Expiring: March 14 at 6:00PM EDT

Areas affected:Barnstable; Dukes; Eastern Plymouth; Nantucket

High Wind Warning
Issued: March 14 at 3:52AM EDT
Expiring: March 14 at 6:00PM EDT

Areas affected:Southern Bristol; Southern Plymouth

Current Weather Radar (as of 9:30 AM):
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Local EOC Activations and States of Emergency
EOCs Open

Local SOE Declared

Adams: 0823

Adams: 0823

Brookline: 0755

Lanesborough: 0649

Dracut: 0847

Leyden: 0650

Dukes County: 0600

Taunton: 0709

Easthampton: 0750

Templeton: 0600

Huntington: 0900

Marshfield: 0800

New Marlborough: 0714

Peabody: 0838

Phillipston: 0718

Plainville: 0450

Rutland: 0814

Southborough: 0817

Southwick: 0545

Springfield: 0603

Taunton: 0709

Templeton: 0700

Ware: 0830

Worcester: 0646

Shelter Activations:
Fall River at City Hall; no residents in the shelter at this time

Public Health Update:

· The DPH Office of Emergency Medical Services has issued temporary waivers effective through tomorrow morning which ease staffing restrictions on ambulances and allow ambulances to transport individuals to shelters when other methods of transportation are not available.

Transportation Update:

· Amtrak has cancelled Acela service between Boston and New York City today. Regional and Downeaster services will be limited.

· Many flights have been delayed or cancelled due to weather conditions. Travelers are advised to contact their airline to determine flight status.

· The Steamship Authority reports that all of today's remaining ferry service to Nantucket has been cancelled due to high winds and rough seas. Ferry service to Martha's Vineyard will continue on a trip-by-trip basis.

· All MassDOT districts are in snow and ice operations. No major incidents to report at this time. A total of 3,044 pieces of equipment and 692 MassDOT personnel are currently engaged in snow and ice operations statewide.

· As of 7:00 AM, the speed limit on the Mass Pike has been lowered to 40 MPH. Tandem trucks and those requiring specialized permits will be restricted from the Pike. The HOV lane will be closed for the morning and evening commutes.

· MA State Police report heavy snow in central and western MA and low traffic volume statewide, with some minor spinouts in western MA.

· The MBTA has deployed anti-ice trains on all heavy rail lines and plow trains on all lines.

· The MBTA reports that the Commuter Rail will be running on a severe weather schedule on Tuesday. Ferry services will be suspended and bus shuttles will replace service on the Mattapan line. All other services are planned to operate regularly.

· Customers of The RIDE paratransit services should expect delays in service. The RIDE strongly recommends that customers check with the contractor serving their area directly as services may be curtailed.

· The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) will institute a parking ban on all agency managed roadways within municipalities in the Greater Boston area commencing at 7:00AM. Residents with a South Boston parking sticker will be allowed to park at the Castle Island parking lot.

· DCR Flood Control has been in communications with Revere DPW, DCR Operations, and Rangers regarding the flood gate at Winthrop Parkway. The gate will remain open at this time due to the timing of winds before high tide. Some splashover is anticipated and staff are prepared to redirect traffic if necessary. Flood control staff will be available on site for a closure if conditions change.

Executive Branch State Office Closure for Tuesday
Governor Baker has announced that Executive Branch offices will be closed for all non-emergency personnel on Tuesday, March 14.

MEMA Operations
The State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) at MEMA Headquarters in Framingham has activated to Level 2 (Partial) as of 6:00 AM this morning. At this time, the following ESFs have committed representatives for the SEOC:

· ESF-1 (Transportation): MassDOT

· ESF-3 (Public Works/Engineering): Department of Conservation and Recreation

· ESF-6 (Mass Care/Sheltering): American Red Cross

· ESF-8 (Public Health/Medical): Department of Public Health

· ESF-12 (Energy): Department of Public Utilities, Eversource, and National Grid

· ESF-13 (Public Safety/Security): Massachusetts State Police

· ESF-16 (Military Support): MA National Guard

The MEMA Regional offices in Tewksbury, Bridgewater, and Agawam are also activated.

MEMA will continue to participate in conference calls with NWS, monitor the situation, and issue additional Situational Awareness Statements as needed.

Preparedness and Safety Information

· Preparedness and safety information for winter storms is available at: http://www.mass.gov/eopss/agencies/mema/emergencies/winter-storms/

· Safety tips for driving during winter weather are available at: http://www.mass.gov/eopss/agencies/mema/emergencies/winter-storms/driving.html

· Safety tips on protecting homes from heating fires are available at: http://www.mass.gov/keepwarmkeepsafe

Stay Informed
Utilize Massachusetts Alerts to receive emergency notifications and information from the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency and the National Weather Service. Massachusetts Alerts is a free app that is available for Android and iPhones. To learn more about Massachusetts Alerts, and for information on how to download the free app onto your smartphone, visit: www.mass.gov/mema/mobileapp

Utilize MEMA's real-time power outage viewer to stay informed about current power outages in your community and region, and across the state, including information from utility companies about restoration times: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__mema.mapsonline.net_public.html&d=DwIFAw&c=lDF7oMaPKXpkYvev9V-fVahWL0QWnGCCAfCDz1Bns_w&r=euVHOnMG94v8GlBsGHG0gpBC86gVAt9VGdzlOtI-sLQ&m=zFJaHgMsxWfwYZOIpLOCh16CbW3uXEM2mMNK6RaZrPI&s=1EvQxnmJ4OBmOCkeVGxnzoOlqhJTZbVU5pGR3iMMbyo&e= 

Utilize MEMA's live weather radar and forecasting tools, including the live snowfall forecast map: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__memamaps.maps.arcgis.com_apps_MapSeries_index.html-3Fappid-3D0da6e4d888b74317b52b7a5064aa3dc2&d=DwIFAw&c=lDF7oMaPKXpkYvev9V-fVahWL0QWnGCCAfCDz1Bns_w&r=euVHOnMG94v8GlBsGHG0gpBC86gVAt9VGdzlOtI-sLQ&m=zFJaHgMsxWfwYZOIpLOCh16CbW3uXEM2mMNK6RaZrPI&s=hl113Qt0AsIh7bjaTtYmiy2FXqJm4IYZ2_8sqKjLBGY&e= 

Online Resources
For additional information and resources, visit:
Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency at www.mass.gov/mema
MEMA's Facebook page: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.facebook.com_MassachusettsEMA&d=DwIFAw&c=lDF7oMaPKXpkYvev9V-fVahWL0QWnGCCAfCDz1Bns_w&r=euVHOnMG94v8GlBsGHG0gpBC86gVAt9VGdzlOtI-sLQ&m=zFJaHgMsxWfwYZOIpLOCh16CbW3uXEM2mMNK6RaZrPI&s=5ml224WumfiauY515v5w_5iq_HNj2syUYvPtpAJrGUA&e= 
MEMA Twitter: @MassEMA
Federal Emergency Management Agency at www.fema.gov
National Weather Service/Taunton at www.weather.gov/boston
National Weather Service/Albany, NY at www.weather.gov/albany
National Weather Service Weather Prediction Center: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov&d=DwIFAw&c=lDF7oMaPKXpkYvev9V-fVahWL0QWnGCCAfCDz1Bns_w&r=euVHOnMG94v8GlBsGHG0gpBC86gVAt9VGdzlOtI-sLQ&m=zFJaHgMsxWfwYZOIpLOCh16CbW3uXEM2mMNK6RaZrPI&s=JUWOI-uPtc9eiPlT9KqLkmO_-oz-hWyBf3-M1LLWDPg&e= 
National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.spc.noaa.gov_&d=DwIFAw&c=lDF7oMaPKXpkYvev9V-fVahWL0QWnGCCAfCDz1Bns_w&r=euVHOnMG94v8GlBsGHG0gpBC86gVAt9VGdzlOtI-sLQ&m=zFJaHgMsxWfwYZOIpLOCh16CbW3uXEM2mMNK6RaZrPI&s=DUdhp_8-9mLSUVAEhkF3XB74ZkZXFHxMt8f4zLx7lrY&e= 
Mass211 at www.mass211.org

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