Florence is no longer a hurricane, but forecasters say it’s still packing a punch.
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Florence To Bring Heavy Rain, Potential Flash Flooding To Southern New England
Florence is no longer a hurricane, but forecasters say it’s still packing a punch. The National Weather Service has placed Providence and Kent Counties under a flood watch Tuesday, as the aftermath of Florence is expected to bring rain starting Monday night. The National Weather Service predicts one to three inches of rain for Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut, with the chance for locally […]
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Hurricane Florence Expected To Impact Area Beaches
Rip currents and high surf are expected to hit Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts starting as early as Wednesday night, while Hurricane…
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Voters Head To The Polls On Rainy RI Primary Day
In several races, progressive candidates sought to upend establishment-backed Democrats. Rhode Island’s 2018 primary was unusual in that it happened on…
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RI Marks 17th Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks
On September 11, 2001, a series of four coordinated terrorist attacks against the U.S. killed nearly 3,000 people. On Tuesday, the Naval War College in…
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Wednesday’s Hot Temperatures Match Record Set 65 Years Ago
The Providence area matched a heat record Wednesday set in 1953. Thermometers climbed to 95 degrees in the city. Alan Dunham, meteorologist with the…
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Despite Heavy Rains, Local Waterways Still Far From Flooding
Major waterways in Rhode Island and the surrounding areas are not in danger of flooding, despite several days of heavy rainfall.
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Despite Heavy Rains, Local Waterways Far From Flooding
After days of rain, some cities may see local flooding, but major rivers and streams are not at risk.
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TGIF: 21 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Summer is zipping by, so enjoy the beach and warm weather while you can. Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. Your tips and comments remain…
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In Aftermath Of Webster Tornado: Cleanup Continues, Dozens Displaced
Cleanup continues in a Massachusetts town after a storm sent a tornado spiraling through the town leaving one person injured and dozens displaced. The…