Mass. weather: Nor’easter set to blast state with 2 feet of snow, extreme winds, flood conditions
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Key Points:
- Massachusetts is preparing for a severe nor’easter expected to hit Sunday, bringing heavy snow, strong winds, and potential flooding, with a Blizzard Warning issued for Boston, Cape Cod, the Islands, and coastal areas.
- Snowfall will begin in Western Massachusetts Sunday afternoon, intensifying overnight and peaking Monday, with some areas forecasted to receive up to 28-32 inches of snow by Tuesday morning.
- Coastal regions face additional risks from flooding, with inundation levels predicted to reach 1 to 2 feet above ground, alongside powerful winds of 40 to 60 mph that could cause downed trees and power outages.
- Worcester has declared a Winter Weather Emergency and canceled schools for Monday, with widespread closures and dangerous
