* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways (3.9 to 12.6 feet Mean Lower
Low Water). For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves
of 6 to 15 feet in the surf zone.

* WHERE...Eastern Essex MA, Suffolk MA, Eastern Norfolk MA,
Eastern Plymouth MA, Barnstable MA, Dukes MA and Nantucket MA
Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong northeast winds with large waves will result in
minor coastal flooding with pockets of moderate coastal flooding
over multiple high tide cycles from late today through the
weekend. The water also may struggle to vacate the area after
the high tides given persistent strong northeast winds. The
greatest risk for coastal flooding appears to be setting up
south of Boston and onto the Cape and Islands. In addition...the
long duration of northeast winds coupled with large waves over
multiple high tide cycles will result in areas of severe beach
erosion for a prolonged period.
                                            

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways (3.9 to 12.6 feet Mean Lower
Low Water). For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves
of 6 to 15 feet in the surf zone.

* WHERE...Eastern Essex MA, Suffolk MA, Eastern Norfolk MA,
Eastern Plymouth MA, Barnstable MA, Dukes MA and Nantucket MA
Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong northeast winds with large waves will result in
minor coastal flooding with pockets of moderate coastal flooding
over multiple high tide cycles from late today through the
weekend. The water also may struggle to vacate the area after
the high tides given persistent strong northeast winds. The
greatest risk for coastal flooding appears to be setting up
south of Boston and onto the Cape and Islands. In addition...the
long duration of northeast winds coupled with large waves over
multiple high tide cycles will result in areas of severe beach
erosion for a prolonged period.
                                            

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 45 to 60 mph.

* WHERE...The eastern Massachusetts coast as well as the south coasts
of both Rhode Island and Massachusetts. This includes Cape Cod and
the Islands.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The long duration of the winds coupled with
heavy rain and fully leafed trees may exacerbate the risk for tree
damage and power outages.
                                            

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

* WHERE...Central and eastern Massachusetts as well as all of Rhode
Island.

* WHEN...Through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Periods of rain will continue across the region right through
Monday. Storm total rainfall amount of 2-4" are expected, but
localized 5-7" amounts are possible. If these higher amounts are
realized...the potential for both urban and small river/stream
flooding would increase. This is particularly true if these
localized higher amounts occur over a vulnerable urban center.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood