Monday, October 29, 2012
As predicted earlier, Sandy's most severe wind-lashing is expected this evening, as the hurricane makes landfall in New Jersey.
After a day where thousands of New Englanders have lost power, roads and buildings have been flooded and winds-and-rain have lashed everyone, we're just on the verge of the worst of it. Forecasters have been warning that Monday evening would be New England's moment of most severe intensity for Sandy. That prediction seems to be right on-target. "Like a large nor'easter on steroids" According to Accuweather forecasters, Hurricane Sandy is poised for a New Jersey landfall any moment now. Those same Accuweather forecasters are calling Sandy a "Northeast catastrophe unfolding." "Conditions will deteriorate through the day Monday with the worst of the storm spreading inland Monday night into Tuesday," says Accuweather. That means the driving …
Saturday, October 27, 2012
The governor said Hurricane Sandy could hit Sunday night and linger into Wednesday.
Gov. Deval Patrick has declared a state of emergency and held a press conference Saturday afternoon to update to the public about how the state is preparing for the impact of Hurricane Sandy. Sandy is currently a category 1 hurricane rolling up the Atlantic and is expected to turn northwest Sunday afternoon. Impact on New England from the storm is expected by Sunday night and could linger until Wednesday. "While we continue to hope for the best, we are planning for the worst," Patrick said. There may be coastal flooding, severe beach erosion, damaging winds, widespread power outages, and possibly 5 inches or more of rain. "This afternoon I declared a state of emergency commonwealth-wide," Patrick said. "This enables us to cut through some…
Friday, August 26, 2011
The town police and fire departments talk about local preparations for Hurricane Irene.
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Friday, August 26, 2011
The Wrentham police and fire departments have posted statements about Hurricane Irene on the town website. The statements follow. Fire Chief James McMorrow The Town of Wrentham is currently identified as being in the path of Hurricane Irene, which may affect our community as early as Saturday afternoon. In an effort to keep our citizens informed of protective measures and remediation efforts, the following information is detailed: The last time our town was impacted significantly by such a storm was hurricane Bob, which occurred in 1991; presently, Hurricane Irene is following a similar track. As of this posting, all departments have been in touch with each other, emergency preparations have begun. Should the storm follow the expected …
Start now to prepare for Hurricane Irene.
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Friday, August 26, 2011
The Wrentham Permanent Building Committee works to ensure the safe and efficient continuing operation of the town’s public buildings, including schools, Town Hall, Library, and Public Safety building. With the now likely impact of Hurricane Irene this weekend, the Committee developed a list of actions to assist the town in preparing and protecting its buildings. Many of the items on the list can apply to personal properties as well. Home owners, property owners, and business owners should review the list and take action as necessary: After the storm, if you have any concern about the structural integrity of your building, contact a professional inspector prior to re-occupancy. If you have any questions about the above list, you may …
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Hurricane safety tips from officials.
Hurricane Irene is on a possible track to enter the Wrentham area on Sunday. The storm could bring power outages and flooding to the area. In order to prepare, here are some Hurricane safety tips from officials from the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA). Hurricane Disaster Supply Kit: Other useful items: MEMA also suggests developing a family emergency communications plan. The National Weather Service offers tips on travel safety including completing travel before the onset of tropical storm/gale force winds and heavy rain. Typically, New England hurricanes often have a false period of calm before the conditions turn for the worse.
Nelson Almeida
1:44 am on Sunday, October 28, 2012
Great job governor. Keep up the good work more ›