Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 28 at 6:23PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 28, 2026 - 3:23pm
Expires:
March 29, 2026 - 3:00am
Description:
A dry but breezy day is forecast for Sunday, with relative
humidities in the afternoon expected to drop into the 30 to 40
percent range and southwesterly wind gusts between 25 and 30 mph.
When combined with the lack of recent significant rainfall,
elevated fire weather potential will exist for Sunday.
Use caution when handling and disposing of ignition sources such
as matches and cigarettes.
Area Description:
Northwest Providence; Southeast Providence; Western Kent; Eastern Kent; Bristol; Washington; Newport; Block Island
Forcast Office:
NWS Boston/Norton MA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov