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Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Photos: MetroWest Shovels Out After Winter Storm

Did you take photos during the storm? Share them with your neighbors right here.

During a snow storm in the last days of winter, MetroWest spent Tuesday morning shoveling dense, wet slush as temperatures flirted with climbing above the freezing point.  The area got as much as eight inches in some areas, forcing many area schools to cancel class.  Did you take any photos during the storm while you were home with the kids? Click the "upload" button to the left and share them with your neighbors. 

Sunday, February 24, 2013

Slick Conditions Possible Today

But, temperatures in the lower 40s are expected Monday through Thursday.

The little snow that's fallen this weekend could cause some big traffic headaches today. The National Weather Service in Taunton expects slick roads and reduced visibility, possibly into tonight. A ham radio operator reported Shrewsbury had received 2.5 inches of snow as of 8:33 a.m., the weather service says. Light snow was falling locally at 10:30 a.m. Daytime temperatures in the lower 40s are expected Monday through Thursday, the weather service says. Rain and snow showers are possible Wednesday through Friday.

Saturday, February 23, 2013

Snowfall Forecast Reduced

National Weather Service now says 2 to 4 inches this weekend, with 3 to 6 in the hills.

Less snow than expected is headed this way. The National Weather Service in Taunton has reduced its forecast to two to four inches, with three to six inches in the hills. Friday's forecast had snowfall totals as high as 10 inches in some areas. The weather service has issued a winter weather advistory for this area from 3 this afternoon to midnight Sunday.  

Friday, February 15, 2013

Framingham Could See More Snow Saturday

Meteorologists aren't committing yet, but a few inches of snow could fall Saturday night.

It's been nice and warm all week (well, relatively), but that's all going to change this weekend. Meteorologists from Boston TV networks all agree the temperatures are going to drop. They all also agree we will probably get some snow Saturday. They don't, however, agree how much snow. Terry Eliasen, WBZ-TV Executive Weather Producer , explained the reasons for this in his blog post last night: What do you do when the model you have trusted like your best friend, the one that guided you through the Blizzard of 2013 consistently says, “no big deal,” while several other weather models, like an annoying group of “cool kids” on the playground are screaming at you: ”We have changed our minds, there is a big storm coming this weekend, trust us…

Saturday, December 29, 2012

UPDATED: Show Us Your Snow Photos!!

When the storm was done, Framingham - depending where in town you live - had about 9-10 inches of snow.

UPDATED: When the storm was done, Framingham - depending where in town you live - had about 9-10 inches of snow. *** Mother Nature has left a half foot of white fluffy snow in Framingham as of 9 p.m. Saturday. Framingham Patch would love to see your photos! Post some tonight and tomorrow as you shovel (and play) in the snow! This is Framingham's first major snowfall since October 2011.

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Susan Petroni

10:34 am on Monday, December 31, 2012

Great photo George of the last sunrise of 2012! Thanks for uploading!   more ›

Tuesday, December 25, 2012

Region Under Winter Storm Watch

National Weather Service forecasts four to eight inches of snow starting Wednesday night.

A present that winter fans will love will arrive the night after Christmas. The National Weather Service in Taunton today issued a winter storm watch for Central and Western New England from Wednesday evening to late Thursday night. Milford and Framingham are included. The Westborough area should see four to eight inches of snow, starting around 7 p.m. the agency said on its website. Sleet and freezing rain are possible, with winds of 10 to 20 mph, and up to 45 mph in some areas in the watch zone. The area received a coating of snow Monday night into Christmas morning. The sun was out by this afternoon. More snow is possible Saturday night into Sunday, the weather service said.

Friday, December 14, 2012

Snow Early Next Week as Weather Gets Colder

Area weather specialist Jim Arnold gives locals an updated look at the current weather patterns.

Monday and Tuesday next week could spell snow for the region as the entire area begins to trend colder, according to Jim Arnold. Arnold is weather specialist working with the Shrewsbury Emergency Management Agency, the town of Princeton and the Worcester Emergency Communications and Emergency Management Agency. "We will be trending colder, but not to extreme values over the next few days," said Arnold. "In addition, over the next few days we are likely to see a couple small, nuisance type disturbances sandwiched around a potentially strong coastal storm, impact our area with a variety of winter type precipitation. The first of these will bring some light, nuisance value snow, sleet, freezing rain and rain to central Massachusetts, …

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

You Ask, Patch Answers

Will We See a White Christmas?

Whether you're dreaming of one or not, Mother Nature has plans.

According to STORMFAX, historically there is a 60 percent chance of one inch of snow on Christmas morning, a 27 percent chance of 5 inches and a 10 percent chance of 10 inches.    OK, but is it going to snow this Christmas? It's hard to tell this early, but Jim Arnold, a weather specialist who works with Shrewsbury's and Worcester's Emergency Communications and Emergency Management Agencices, has some theories. "Over the long term, Central Massachusetts sees a white Christmas between 6 and 7 years out of 10," said Arnold. "From a sensible weather standpoint, I do see signs of a pattern change to one of colder and stormier weather in about 10 to 14 days. That would greatly increase the chances of a white Christmas should the new pattern …

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

UPDATE: Winter Storm Warning Issued for Framingham

March came in like a lion; winter storm warning stays in effect on March 1, until 6 p.m.

UPDATE 7 a.m.: National Weather Service has the winter storm warning in effect through 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 1. Snow and sleet expected for the rest of the day. Long duration storm is predicted to drop 4 inches to maximum 8 inches of snow in MetroWest, including Framingham. As of midnight, there was a heavy, heavy wet one inch of slush. Framingham Public Schools are open; Marian High is closed. Roads are wet. Morning commute could be slippery. Main roads in Framingham, including the Mass Pike, were in great shape. Side roads were a bit slick, so drive a bit slower this morning. *** Oil up the snowblowers and dust off the snow shovels ... you're going to need them this time (of course, we've said that before this winter). Still, this …

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Susan Petroni

8:11 am on Thursday, March 1, 2012

As predicted last night, Framingham Public Schools are open. Marian High, however, is closed.   more ›

Friday, February 10, 2012

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Framingham

Heaviest snowfall likely to occur Saturday morning into the afternoon.

It's becoming more apparent shovels will be needed Saturday. The bigger question is will snow blowers be needed, too? The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory Friday night for eastern Massachusetts, including Framingham, which will go into effect Saturday at 4 a.m. and last until 10 p.m. An ocean storm is expected to develop south of New England on Saturday and intensify as it passes well southeast of Nantucket. Residents can expect anywhere from 2 to 5 inches of snow. The heaviest snow will fall late Saturday morning into the afternoon. The snow should taper off to flurries later in the day. Motorists should take precaution, as any snow-covered roadways will become slippery, especially secondary roads and on and off …

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Susan Petroni

11:28 pm on Friday, February 10, 2012

UPDATE: Weather forecasters have lowered the expected amounts for Framingham down to less 1-2 inches of snow.   more ›

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