Storm Warning Issued for Massachusetts Bay and Coastal Waters Through Tuesday Morning

Alert Details

A Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Boston/Norton, MA. This alert indicates that storm-force winds and hazardous marine conditions are occurring or imminent in the specified area.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following marine regions:

• Coastal waters east of Ipswich Bay
• Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary
• Massachusetts Bay
• Ipswich Bay

What You Should Do

Mariners are advised to take immediate safety precautions. The National Weather Service recommends that mariners remain in port, alter their course to avoid the storm, and/or secure their vessels for severe conditions to prevent damage or capsizing.

Expected Conditions

• Winds: North winds ranging from 40 to 50 knots, with gusts reaching up to 60 knots.
• Seas: Significant wave heights between 20 and 25 feet.
• Visibility: Storm conditions are expected to significantly reduce visibility in the affected waters.
• Impacts: These conditions are capable of capsizing or damaging vessels.

Timeline

The Storm Warning is effective immediately and will remain in effect until 1:00 AM EST on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.