Live blog: New England blizzard watch February 2013
Lovely day after the blizzard.. Its looking beautiful outside.. #BoSnow http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BCxSPejCcAEF7K5.jpg
The MBTA is running limited subway and bus service. Full subway, bus, and commuter rail service is expected to resume Monday morning. Logan Airport has limited service.
The statewide driving ban was lifted, but many towns are discouraging driving. Boston's on-street parking ban is still in effect.
Schools will be closed in a number of cities and towns Monday, including Boston, Cambridge, and Somerville.
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Winter storm watches now issued for much of southern New England. @BostonLogan @BostonDotCom @RadioBDC http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BCb1Gq9CIAEfrcz.png
by Dave Epstein via twitter 2/6/2013 8:01:12 PM -
This storm is certainly lining up to be big or even historic. 1 to 2 feet where it stays all snow. Still questions for Cape on rain.by Dave Epstein via twitter 2/6/2013 8:01:14 PM
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This will be what is a called a high impact storm. Travel will become nearly impossible Friday night and Saturday morning early.by Dave Epstein via twitter 2/6/2013 8:19:53 PM
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BLIZZARD WATCH: Boston Metro Area, Friday afternoon into Saturday morning http://bit.ly/XoFR1Iby Matt Noyes via twitter 2/6/2013 8:22:57 PM -
Blizzard watch now up for much of eastern MA. This means very strong wind and low visibility. @BostonDotCom @RadioBDCby Dave Epstein via twitter 2/6/2013 8:23:37 PM
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BLIZZARD WATCH - BOSTON METRO - Friday morning to Saturday afternoon http://mnoy.es/WyMgtFby Matt Noyes via twitter 2/6/2013 8:24:36 PM
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Second tweet sent corrects for timing. Nonetheless, Blizzard Conditions (snow AND wind) would occur primarily late Fri Night into Sat AMby Matt Noyes via twitter 2/6/2013 8:25:54 PM
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Boston Blizzard Watch: Blizzard conditions are frequent wind/gusts 35+ mph; consistent hvy snow visibility .25mi or lessby Matt Noyes via twitter 2/6/2013 8:27:08 PM
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Blizzard: winds 35mph or greater AND falling/blowing snow reducing visibility to 1/4 mi or less for at least 3 hoursby WBZ Boston Weather via twitter 2/6/2013 8:27:32 PM -
Blizzard Watch has been issued for most of Eastern MA including Boston: http://1.usa.gov/f3cVPHby WBZ Boston Weather via twitter 2/6/2013 8:27:45 PM
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Areas in green have blizzard watch. Blizzard is 3 hours in a row w/ wind of 35mph & you can't see over 1/4 mile. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BCcpMO0CYAAuSPD.png
by Dave Epstein via twitter 2/6/2013 8:28:16 PM -
National Weather Service has just issued a BLIZZARD WATCH. http://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=box&wwa=blizzard watchby WBZ Boston Weather via twitter 2/6/2013 8:29:54 PM
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Airline travel will likely be impacted early Friday even before snow as airlines keep equipment out of Logan to prepare for storm.by Dave Epstein via twitter 2/6/2013 8:30:56 PM
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A blizzard watch means blizzard conditions are POSSIBLE, but not a sure bet. Fairly rare for a true blizzard to occur here, but possible.by Dave Epstein via twitter 2/6/2013 8:32:13 PM
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2 BIG wild cards associated with this impending storm: I'll talk about them on the WBZ NEWS AT 5PM today. HIGH STAKES!by WBZ Boston Weather via twitter 2/6/2013 8:32:28 PM
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I can't say how air travel will unfold folks, just know that it will be impacted Friday and Saturday and perhaps through the weekend.by Dave Epstein via twitter 2/6/2013 8:41:32 PM
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Many storms have hit 14-17" in Boston. Getting to 18"+ range is rare. It can be tough to predict because slight changes matter a lot.by Dave Epstein via twitter 2/6/2013 8:44:12 PM
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High Wind Watch in effect for most of SE MA/Coastline for gusts to 65mph...Hurricane Force Wind Watch for Cape Cod Bay!!by WBZ Boston Weather via twitter 2/6/2013 8:52:33 PM
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Storm update...info on blizzard chances, wind potential, major coastal flooding and perhaps as much as 30" of snow: http://cbsloc.al/UzDLl4by WBZ Boston Weather via twitter 2/6/2013 9:07:43 PM
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Look at cold air in Canada ready to move in..sets stage for major nor'easter..BLIZZARD WATCH Fri. into Sat. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BCc1CiGCIAIs2h0.png
by Harvey Leonard via twitter 2/6/2013 9:20:04 PM -
Look at Sat. & Sun. on my 5 DAY + 2 Forecast...I'll have much more on NewsCenter 5 from 5 to 6:30pm http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BCc155cCcAESWyw.png
by Harvey Leonard via twitter 2/6/2013 9:23:50 PM -
I'll be doing live chat tomorrow for @Bostondotcom,details later.by Dave Epstein via twitter 2/6/2013 9:58:08 PM
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Mountains of Maine won't do as well in terms of snowfall as coast. Any snow is welcomed as much is needed for snowmobilers and skiers.by Dave Epstein via twitter 2/6/2013 10:02:49 PM
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Coastal flood watches are up. Those of you with homes that are on ocean know what this means. Prepare as you normally would for big gale.by Dave Epstein via twitter 2/6/2013 10:07:34 PM
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Folks, we r still @ least 40 hours away form this event. Specific snowfall amounts cannot be determined-just a generalization. HIGH STAKES!by WBZ Boston Weather via twitter 2/6/2013 10:10:08 PM
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Coastal Flooding Concerns: Minor flooding around 9:30pm high tide Friday. More serious flooding possible around the 10am Saturday high tide.by WBZ Boston Weather via twitter 2/6/2013 10:17:50 PM
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Suite of weather models are cranking out insane amounts of snow- irresponsible to post such crazy numbers.by WBZ Boston Weather via twitter 2/6/2013 10:23:26 PM
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Fresh out of the Easy Bake Weather Oven, tweaked just a bit from earlier (higher amounts) http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BCc9I7VCAAAxrql.png - @TerryWBZ
by WBZ Boston Weather via twitter 2/6/2013 10:25:50 PM -
This IS a problem"@BarryWBZ: Suite of weather models are cranking out insane amounts of snow- irresponsible to post such crazy numbers."by Dave Epstein via twitter 2/6/2013 10:26:17 PM
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An epic event depends on a myriad of factors. It requires perfect timing for merging of impulses. IF any 1 key ingredient misses, it busts.by WBZ Boston Weather via twitter 2/6/2013 10:28:14 PM
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Got questions for the WBZ Weather Team regarding the big storm? Go to http://cbsboston.com/weatherchat and chat with Todd, Barry and the gang!by WBZ Boston Weather via twitter 2/6/2013 10:39:24 PM
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I believe many schools will close on Friday even if no flakes have fallen yet, probably the smart thing to doby WBZ Boston Weather via twitter 2/6/2013 10:48:43 PM
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Here's my early estimate snowfall map airing this afternoon/early eve on @NECN: http://mnoy.es/TMcytLby Matt Noyes via twitter 2/6/2013 11:32:10 PM
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Accumulation map has been updated and will air on @NECN in the 9pm, 10pm, midnight hours of news - here soonby Matt Noyes via twitter 2/7/2013 1:51:01 AM
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Early estimate accumulation maps I've been airing on @NECN this afternoon/early eve: http://mnoy.es/TMcytLby Matt Noyes via twitter 2/7/2013 2:05:21 AM
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Again...more detail/few changes have been added/made to the maps I just tweeted...airing now...will get online ASAPby Matt Noyes via twitter 2/7/2013 2:09:49 AM
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Blizzard watch, coastal flood watch, how bad will this really become? - Weather Wisdom http://www.boston.com/news/weather/weather_wisdom/2013/02/blizzard_watch_coastal_flood_w.html via @BostonDotComby Dave Epstein via twitter 2/7/2013 2:28:16 AM
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Not that is matters but the NAM is back on board with a monster storm...by WBZ Boston Weather via twitter 2/7/2013 2:42:25 AM
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Wed. Late Evening Accumulation Maps I aired on @NECN - more detail, 2 foot area added: http://mnoy.es/TMX9tjby Matt Noyes via twitter 2/7/2013 3:15:46 AM
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Blizzard Watch continues for Eastern MA and Northern RI, including Boston to Providence corridor: http://mnoy.es/YUUukjby Matt Noyes via twitter 2/7/2013 3:18:48 AM
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I've added the full video forecast & explanation moments ago to the accumulation maps: http://mnoy.es/TMX9tjby Matt Noyes via twitter 2/7/2013 3:22:27 AM
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Technical: I expect max QPF to occur SE MA to Cape Cod - exceeding 3" liquid equivalent. Amounts drop below 2" outside roughly Rte495by Matt Noyes via twitter 2/7/2013 3:28:59 AM
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Technical: As one escapes from highest moisture, snow:water ratios rise considerably. Near 20:1 ratio CON-PWM-EPOby Matt Noyes via twitter 2/7/2013 3:29:40 AM
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Technical: Higher ratios also expected Berkshires/Litchfield Hills to Green Mountains northward, reasoning for stripe of higher amountsby Matt Noyes via twitter 2/7/2013 3:30:19 AM