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Gale Warning
Issued: 4:50 PM Jan. 22, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM FRIDAY TO 7 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...West winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves around 3 feet expected. * WHERE...Narragansett Bay. * WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. &&
Cold Weather Advisory
Issued: 4:48 PM Jan. 22, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM FRIDAY TO 10 AM EST SATURDAY MUCH OF SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 20 below expected. * WHERE...Much of Southern New England excluding Cape Cod and the Islands and the eastern slopes of the Berkshires. * WHEN...From 10 PM Friday to 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. &&
Winter Storm Watch
Issued: 4:44 PM Jan. 22, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Potential for snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches, with localized accumulations over 12 inches possible. * WHERE...Southern New England. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Travel during the Monday morning commute is likely to be very difficult. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should delay all travel if possible. Travel Sunday afternoon to Monday morning is likely to become very difficult. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. &&
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