PROVIDENCE, R.I.
– A
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
has been issued for
Rhode Island
until
9 p.m. EDT
this evening, with
strong winds, heavy rain, and localized flooding
possible across several counties.
The
National Weather Service (NWS)
issued the alert at
4:10 p.m. EDT
, warning that while no immediate severe storms were active at the time,
atmospheric conditions remain favorable
for rapid thunderstorm development.
Counties Under Watch
The storm watch applies to the following Rhode Island counties:
-
Bristol
-
Kent
-
Newport
-
Providence
-
Washington
Residents in these areas are being urged to monitor weather updates closely, as conditions may deteriorate quickly.
What to Expect Tonight
While severe storms are not currently occurring, the NWS highlights the potential for:
-
Damaging wind gusts
-
Heavy downpours
-
Large hail
-
Temporary power outages
, especially in exposed areas -
Dangerous driving conditions
on bridges and highways
Officials advise
staying indoors
, securing outdoor objects, and
avoiding travel during storm activity
if possible.
Emergency Response Officials on Alert
Local emergency management agencies are encouraging Rhode Islanders to:
-
Stay indoors and
away from windows
during any thunderstorm activity. -
Delay unnecessary travel
, especially on elevated roadways where winds could be strongest. -
Check weather apps
or local broadcasts frequently for updates or new advisories.
The storm threat is expected to
diminish after 9 p.m.
, but
additional advisories may be issued
depending on how the weather evolves through the evening.
Have you experienced impacts from today’s thunderstorm threat in Rhode Island? Share your location and updates with us at
SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com
to help keep others informed and safe.
