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Location: East Providence, RI
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Storm Warning
Issued: 5:38 PM Feb. 21, 2026 – National Weather Service
...STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SUNDAY TO 1 AM EST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and
waves around 3 feet expected.

* WHERE...Narragansett Bay.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Sunday to 1 AM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous waves will capsize
or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

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Blizzard Warning
Issued: 5:29 PM Feb. 21, 2026 – National Weather Service
...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations
between 1 and 2 feet. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of eastern, northeastern, and southeastern
Massachusetts and northern and southern Rhode Island. This
includes Boston to Providence corridor.

* WHEN...From 4 PM Sunday 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 power outages. Whiteout
conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and
potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult to
impossible. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday
morning and evening commutes. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

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