Storm Warning Issued for Rhode Island and Block Island Sounds; Gusts Up to 55 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 Rhode Island and Block Island Sounds, effective from Sunday night through early Tuesday morning.
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- Record type
- Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Rhode Island and Block Island Sounds
- 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 Rhode Island and Block Island Sounds.
Alert Details
A Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Boston/Norton, MA. The warning is in effect for marine areas starting late Sunday evening and continuing through early Tuesday morning.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the following maritime regions:
- Rhode Island Sound
- Block Island Sound
What You Should Do
Mariners are strongly advised to take immediate precautions. The National Weather Service recommends that mariners remain in port, alter course to avoid the storm, and/or secure their vessels for severe conditions. The expected conditions pose a significant risk of capsizing or damaging vessels.
Expected Conditions
Mariners in the affected areas should prepare for the following hazards:
- Winds: North winds ranging from 35 to 45 knots, with powerful gusts reaching up to 55 knots.
- Seas: Significant wave heights of 7 to 12 feet are expected.
- Visibility: Hazardous seas and high winds will likely reduce visibility significantly.
Timeline
The Storm Warning is scheduled to go into effect at 10:00 PM EST on Sunday, February 22. The alert is currently expected to remain in effect until 1:00 AM EST on Tuesday, February 24.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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