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[February 23, 2022 – 3:45 PM | Friday Winter Storm Update from NWS Boston

Published on: February 24, 2022

Precipitation likely starts off as a period of moderate to heavy snow during the pre-dawn hours, then likely changes to a wintry mix across portions of the region.
The greatest risk is for 8+ inches of snow north of the Mass Pike.

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Timing	Beginning Friday pre-dawn hours Tapering off late Friday evening into Friday Night
Hazards/Impact	Friday morning commute will be impacted, and possibly evening commute. Snowfall rates of an inch per hour or greater will be likely for a period of time, possibly coinciding with the Friday morning commute. Potential for wet/sticky snow on tree limbs & power lines to cause potential power outages, especially in central/northeast Massachusetts
NWS Alerts	Winter Storm Watch from midnight Friday to midnight Saturday Warnings will possibly be hoisted overnight for portions of the area
Forecast Challenges	Uncertainty in timing of changeover from snow to a wintry mix Location of changeover line Duration of the expected heavy burst of snow during the morning
Post-event Outlook	Before normal temperatures. Lows mainly 10-20 Friday night. Highs in the 30s Saturday. Dry weather is expected this weekend.
Next NWS Briefing	5:00 AM Thursday

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