Wednesday, January 26, 2011
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning from 4 p.m. Wednesday until 10 a.m. Thursday.
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Wednesday, January 26, 2011
The National Weather Service has issued an updated winter storm warning for the area, beginning a 4 p.m. today until 10 a.m. Thursday. Heavy snow is expected to fall in Eastern Massachusetts and most of Rhode Island, with accumulations reaching eight to 12 inches. The heaviest snow is expected between 9 p.m. tonight and 5 a.m. Thursday. Winds could reach up to 20 mph at times, with temperatures in the upper 20s. Check back with Natick Patch for any updates and get your cameras ready to send us your snow photos!
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Snow cancels school for a second day in a row in Natick.
With the National Weather Service reporting just over 16 inches of snow around 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Natick announced schools will keep their doors closed for the second day in a row on Thursday. Superintendent Dr. Peter Sanchioni officially declared the snow day on Wednesday night, due to the "volume of snow and unsafe conditions for students," according to the schools' website. "Winter has arrived and so has my responsibility to make the sometimes unpopular decision to delay or close the school buildings due to inclement weather conditions. Students, ever so happy to have a day off, will cheer me. On the other hand, parents may shudder depending on their schedule," said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Peter Sanchioni in a message on the …
Weather conditions are still too unsafe to be out on the roads, say the State Police.
State Police barracks throughout the state are still responding to numerous spinouts, stuck or disabled vehicles, and vehicles off the road. No serious injuries reported at this time. Some of the troopers held over from the midnight shift are now being released. At the height of its manpower, Mass. State Police estimates close to 400 patrols statewide (regular day shift patrols plus extra patrols from held over personnel and specialty units assigned to barracks patrols for today.) Residents should stay off the roads if at all possible because conditions are dangerous. If residents have to drive, they are urged to go slow and call 911 on a cell phone if in distress. If disabled, stay with motor vehicle if safe to do so until help arrives. …
