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Blizzard Watch

Thursday, February 7, 2013

Snow Expected At Week's End, Safety Tips for Driving in the Snow

Burlington could see more than 18 inches by Saturday afternoon. Storm to start before Friday commute.

The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Watch for Burlington and surrounding areas from Friday night through Saturday morning. According to the watch, "The worst of the storm will be Friday night into Saturday morning," with snowfall rates of 2 to 3 inches per hour possible. "Travel may become nearly impossible with blowing and drifting snow." Several news outlets can agree that Winter Storm Nemo will bring a minimum accumulation of 18 inches to the area, but the maximum accumulation numbers vary. Because the storm will hit during the Friday evening commute, we are re-featuring some driving tips from the Massachusetts State Police. Also, stay with Burlington Patch for all local updates on the storm, any reported damage and other…

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Blizzard Watch Issued as Some Predicitions Top Two Feet

The National Weather Service is predicting the most significant snow storm since early 2010.

The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Watch for Burlington and surrounding areas from Friday night through Saturday morning. According to the watch, "The worst of the storm will be Friday night into Saturday morning," with snowfall rates of 2 to 3 inches per hour possible. "Travel may become nearly impossible with blowing and drifting snow." Several news outlets can agree that Winter Storm Nemo will bring a minimum accumulation of 18 inches to the area, but the maximum accumulation numbers vary. Here's the deal: - WCVB is predicting 25.3 inches of snow in Boston by 11 a.m. Saturday. - WHDH is calling for 15-20 inches of snow throughout the area that includes Burlington. - The NWS is predicting 18-24 inches for the entire area…

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