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Freezing Spray Advisory
Issued: 4:50 PM Jan. 22, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM FRIDAY TO 7 AM EST SATURDAY...
...FREEZING SPRAY ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM FRIDAY TO 4 PM
EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 30 kt and waves
around 2 feet expected. For the Freezing Spray Advisory,
moderate accumulation of freezing spray expected.

* WHERE...Boston Harbor.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 1 PM Friday to 7 AM EST
Saturday. For the Freezing Spray Advisory, from 10 PM Friday
to 4 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in freezing spray is hazardous.
Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components
inoperative. Ice accretion on decks and superstructures may
result in some loss of stability. Strong winds will cause
hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and
reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for ice accumulation on their vessel and
consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate these hazardous
conditions. During freezing spray conditions, the U.S. Coast
Guard advises mariners to check and ensure all life-saving
devices remain free of ice.

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.

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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...
...FREEZING SPRAY ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM FRIDAY TO 4 PM
EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 30 kt and waves
around 2 feet expected. For the Freezing Spray Advisory,
moderate accumulation of freezing spray expected.

* WHERE...Boston Harbor.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 1 PM Friday to 7 AM EST
Saturday. For the Freezing Spray Advisory, from 10 PM Friday
to 4 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in freezing spray is hazardous.
Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components
inoperative. Ice accretion on decks and superstructures may
result in some loss of stability. Strong winds will cause
hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and
reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for ice accumulation on their vessel and
consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate these hazardous
conditions. During freezing spray conditions, the U.S. Coast
Guard advises mariners to check and ensure all life-saving
devices remain free of ice.

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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