Storm Warning Issued for Narragansett Bay; Gusts Up to 60 Knots Expected
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The National Weather Service has issued a Storm Warning for Narragansett Bay, effective from Sunday night through early Tuesday morning, warning of dangerous winds and hazardous waves.
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- Record type
- Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Narragansett Bay
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Boston/Norton MA
Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Narragansett Bay.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Boston/Norton MA has issued a Storm Warning for the region. This alert, classified as severe, indicates that storm-force winds and hazardous marine conditions are expected to impact the area.
Affected Areas
According to the National Weather Service, the primary geographic region affected by this warning is Narragansett Bay.
What You Should Do
Mariners are urged to take immediate precautions. The NWS advises that mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure their vessels for severe conditions. These conditions are capable of capsizing or damaging vessels and will likely reduce visibility for those on the water.
Expected Conditions
The following conditions are forecast for the duration of the warning:
- Winds: North winds between 35 to 45 knots.
- Wind Gusts: Peak gusts reaching up to 60 knots.
- Waves: Wave heights are expected to be around 3 feet.
Timeline
The Storm Warning is effective starting at 10:00 PM EST on Sunday, February 22, 2026. The alert is currently scheduled to remain in effect until 1:00 AM EST on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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