Click here for the latest reports as Boston, Massachusetts, and New England dig out after Thursday’s snowstorm.

Update 8:12 p.m.:

The National Weather Service in Massachusetts has posted a quick look at the temperature trend over the next five days in Boston, Nantucket, Worcester, Springfield, Providence (Rhode Island), and Hartford (Connecticut).

“Looking at widespread lows Sunday morning well below zero for much of [southern] New England, some areas 10 to 20 degrees below zero,” the service said in an accompanying tweet.

Temperature trend the next 5 days; looking at widespread lows Sunday morning well below zero for much of S New England, some areas 10 to 20 degrees below zero pic.twitter.com/RSpZU0tkKB — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

This evening, Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker held a press conference, which you can watch here. The governor tweeted out some of his main points:

I want to thank all of the first responders who have been rescuing folks by boat and vehicle throughout today's storm. We are incredibly grateful to have such professional first responders at the state and local level across the Commonwealth. #MAsnow pic.twitter.com/t1BWqofrIh — Charlie Baker (@MassGovernor) January 4, 2018


Temperatures are forecasted to drop quickly. Everyone needs to stay off the roads overnight. Crews must be able to do their jobs before it all freezes. Our goal is to get people moving again, but we need your help to expedite the process & ensure the safest conditions. #MAsnow — Charlie Baker (@MassGovernor) January 4, 2018

While we are all proud to be gritty New Englanders, these conditions have already caused several school cancellations & delays. As a result: all executive branch employees will report to work at 11 AM on Friday. This will allow a little extra time to plan commutes safely. #MAsnow — Charlie Baker (@MassGovernor) January 4, 2018

The MBTA’s subway, bus, and commuter rail service is all expected to run on a weekday schedule Friday, but there won’t be ferry service. Check out the MBTA’s “Winter Weather” page for the latest info.

One for the record books; remember this one well pic.twitter.com/9qEPd1A8tD — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

Update 5:26 p.m.:

The National Weather Service in Massachusetts posted a map at about 4:30 p.m. of precipitation ending times. Below the map are more updates from the service, including an updated map of observed snowfall totals.

[SNOW – 4 pm update] Moderate to heavy snow bands will linger for the next couple of hours, as late as 7 pm, and then taper off; snowfall rates of 1-3"/hr remain possible along w/ white-out / blizzard conditions; Blizzard Warnings till 7 pm; Winter Storm Warnings till as 1 am Fri pic.twitter.com/CEF46PEpi5 — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

[EXCESSIVE COLD – 4 pm update] Excessively cold, Arctic air pushing across the region; temperatures dropping with some of the coldest air of the season forecast beginning tonight thru Sunday; Wind Chill Watch in effect for Friday evening through Saturday afternoon pic.twitter.com/9qz7tZvnVH — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

[TONIGHT] Greatest concern of a flash freeze over the Cape and Islands, as well as Southeast Coastal Plymouth County, which were above freezing today; anticipating slushy precipitation to freeze tonight, untreated roads to become icy https://t.co/tM5bYU0sox — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

[MARINE – 4 pm update] Hurricane Force Wind Warnings continue till 7 pm w/ the potential for gusts of 50-70 mph, however a tapering trend is forecast, isolated gusts possible; waves 20 to 25 feet; beach erosion w/ wave action remains possible pic.twitter.com/Tibt5lYKsQ — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

[WIND – 4 pm update] Hurricane force winds ending; High Wind Warning & encompassing Winter Weather Headlines till 1 am Friday; wind gusts of around 30-50 mph linger across all of #SNE thru as late as Saturday pic.twitter.com/aUXdLYXwAV — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

[5p] Latest snowfall reports, some updated reports needed, feel free to submit how much you got; include @wx1box in your report; https://t.co/4sRckXx5SL pic.twitter.com/jcddNMcfuD — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

Update 4:35 p.m.:

Here is some of our storm coverage in addition to the updates below:

Update 4:23 p.m.:

The National Weather Service in Massachusetts has posted maps showing the observed snowfall totals and maximum wind gusts as of about 3 p.m.

Update 4:10 p.m.:

All Market Basket locations will close at 4:30 p.m., the company said on Twitter.

Attention customers! Due to blizzard conditions, all Market Basket locations will close at 4:30pm today. Our associates' and customers' safety is our top priority. Thank you for understanding. We hope that you are all staying safe and warm. See you tomorrow morning! — Market Basket (@MarketBasket) January 4, 2018

Update 3:24 p.m.:

The MBTA said on Twitter that a car was struck by a train in Bridgewater. No injuries were reported.

If you're driving and get stuck on tracks, immediately get yourself and others out and far away from the vehicle. Then report it to the MBTA Emergency Center at 617-222-3628. This car was struck in Bridgewater, and thankfully no injuries pic.twitter.com/thQnJ3Y7ys — MBTA (@MBTA) January 4, 2018

Elsewhere on the T, regular commuter rail service resumed at South Station with “residual delays” from an earlier signal issue, and MBTA Transit Police shared a video of flooding at Aquarium Station.

South Station Update: Amtrak has isolated the signal issue and regular Commuter Rail service is resuming from South Station with residual delays. Individual alerts will be sent. — MBTA Commuter Rail (@MBTA_CR) January 4, 2018

Aquarium Station earlier today. Water gushing in from street side. pic.twitter.com/dwOArHmB6H — MBTA Transit Police (@MBTATransitPD) January 4, 2018

Update 3:15 p.m.:

Boston Mayor Marty Walsh announced at a press conference this afternoon that Boston Public Schools will be closed Friday.

#BostonSnow update:@BostonSchools closed Friday, January 5th.

We're asking that people stay off the roads so crews can clear the snow.

By 10am Friday morning, please have sidewalks shoveled.

Please clear hydrants & catch basins.

Update live NOW on https://t.co/k4bF6mHvMb pic.twitter.com/b6T0L2DCpC — City of Boston (@CityOfBoston) January 4, 2018


Please stay inside tonight, & if you're outside, be aware of your surroundings. Plows may not be able to see someone in the road, use extreme caution at all times. Snow update from @marty_walsh & City officials happening now on https://t.co/k4bF6mHvMb pic.twitter.com/BoVSUgiljf — City of Boston (@CityOfBoston) January 4, 2018

BPS schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, January 5. School buses will not be running. BPS administrative offices, including the Central Office and Welcome and Assessment Centers will be open. For additional information, visit https://t.co/CPm0UDcNNo or https://t.co/qOvaRpVjX7 pic.twitter.com/xDU4Ec7UIA — BostonPublicSchools (@BostonSchools) January 4, 2018

Update 2:56 p.m.:

The National Weather Service in Massachusetts shared its “latest thinking” on the storm at 2:43 p.m. on Twitter.

Here's our latest thinking going forward; snow tapering, but winds remaining blustery; cold air surging in and concerns of onshore water from coastal flooding freezing; outline below pic.twitter.com/eyvF6BEo6v — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

[245p] Most locations changed over to snow; snow banding across the interior with heavy wet snow showers approaching the SE coast, all induced by the offshore low deepening down below 960 mb pic.twitter.com/RwVJdPiTKI — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

Update 2:26 p.m.:

Quincy police said on Facebook they’ve rescued about 20 people from vehicles stuck in flood waters.

Update 2:12 p.m.:

The Boston Fire Department said on Twitter firefighters rescued a man trapped in his car by rising waters in Neponset Circle. Both the fire department and Boston police used the incident to again remind residents to stay off the roads.

Neponset Circle firefighters come to the rescue of an adult male trapped by rising water pic.twitter.com/ai5DPO7zPg — Boston Fire Dept. (@BostonFire) January 4, 2018

The firefighters carry cones in handy bringing the driver to safety. Please avoid these dangerously high waters. pic.twitter.com/NZj9nPFgn4 — Boston Fire Dept. (@BostonFire) January 4, 2018

Job incredibly well done by the men and women of @BostonFire. Stark and serious reminder as to why we've been asking everybody to stay home, stay safe and stay off the roadways. https://t.co/jxGdGJokHX — Boston Police Dept. (@bostonpolice) January 4, 2018

#BPDWinterStormSafetyAlert: Unless your car has a plow in the front and a salter in the back, there's really no reason for you or your vehicle to be out on the roadways hindering snow removal efforts in Boston. #StaySafeStayHome pic.twitter.com/qwR9x7fqy6 — Boston Police Dept. (@bostonpolice) January 4, 2018

Update 2:05 p.m.:

At 1:23 p.m., the MBTA Commuter Rail tweeted, “All trains are currently experiencing significant delays into and out of South Station due to an Amtrak signal issue.” Follow @MBTA_CR for the latest updates.

South Station Notice: All trains are currently experiencing significant delays into and out of South Station due to an Amtrak signal issue. Updates will be sent as soon as they are available. — MBTA Commuter Rail (@MBTA_CR) January 4, 2018

Update 1:55 p.m.:

Duxbury fire’s public information officer, Capt. Rob Reardon, said on Twitter the department is responding to “numerous emergencies,” including “several water rescues.”

Roads are treacherous. DXFD Car 3 while responding to a reported building fire crashed on Harrison St. At the same time crews were responding to two separate water rescues. The FF was transported to the BI Plymouth. pic.twitter.com/Qtf9PnI2mM — Duxbury Fire PIO (@DXFD_PIO) January 4, 2018

DXFD responding to numerous emergencies. Including several water rescues and reported house fire. — Duxbury Fire PIO (@DXFD_PIO) January 4, 2018

This isn’t the ocean…streets completely under water pic.twitter.com/uMHcCRaT0V — Duxbury Fire PIO (@DXFD_PIO) January 4, 2018

Update 1:41 p.m.:

The National Weather Service said on Twitter Boston appeared to be near its record high water level.

We appear to be near the record high water level in #Boston. However, it is within a few tenths of an inch and this will need to be confirmed with the NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) @noaaocean before we can confirm or deny whether the record was tied or broken pic.twitter.com/CHiTM6kJ9Z — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

Update 1:29 p.m.:

Massachusetts State Police have been tweeting images of the flooding in Boston’s Seaport.

The tide is up! ? This vessel has rode up with the tide to street level here in the Seaport, which is not common. #Wx #MAwx pic.twitter.com/T7qdUbfmtt — Mass State Police (@MassStatePolice) January 4, 2018

#MAflood Due to rising tide, Seaport Blvd/Northern Ave is temporarily impassable. The road is being blocked at Massport Haul Rd to Seaport Ln, and access points in btwn. #MAtraffic #Wx — Mass State Police (@MassStatePolice) January 4, 2018

Update 1:20 p.m.:

The National Weather Service in Massachusetts said on Twitter it’s getting “inundated” with reports of coastal flooding all along the eastern coast of Massachusetts.

“Some of the worst in recent history being observed in #Boston,” the service said.

We're getting inundated w/ coastal flood reports all along the E coast of MA at this hour, some of the worst in recent history being observed in #Boston; stay away from the coastline and do not drive through flooded roads #CoastalFlooding https://t.co/GcFaM7XoNY — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

#BPDWinterStormSafetyAlert: #BPD officers reporting flooding in areas in and around Causeway St/Lovejoy Place and Milk St/Atlantic Ave. Motorists instructed to avoid area and seek alternate routes. #SaferBoston — Boston Police Dept. (@bostonpolice) January 4, 2018

Update 1:13 p.m.:

If you need to take the T today, the MBTA is posting service updates on Twitter, @MBTA.

All #MBTA bus routes are experiencing moderate delays. Some routes are detoured or are on snow route. Please use caution at bus stops.https://t.co/CAneYMgHPv pic.twitter.com/nCWuUugEGs — MBTA (@MBTA) January 4, 2018

#MBTA #BlueLine: The Harbor side entrance at Aquarium Station is temporarily closed. Please use the State Street entrance/exit: https://t.co/a9UUPK5Kpi pic.twitter.com/yCcprm0Mwj — MBTA (@MBTA) January 4, 2018

Update 12:52 p.m.:

The National Weather Service in Massachusetts said on Twitter, “#Boston tide observation on its way to being the HIGHEST EVER RECORDED since 1921.”

[BREAKING] #Boston tide observation on its way to being the HIGHEST EVER RECORDED since 1921; record 4.82' MHHW (or 15.1' MLLW) back w/ the #blizzard of '78; presently at 4.718' (or 14.99') which is the second highest tide ever on record pic.twitter.com/DhMlLUEysI — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018


Coming into high tide across E coastal MA, we are getting a lot of reports of inundation w/ the high astronomical tide & @ 2-3 foot storm surge; COASTAL FLOOD WARNING (dark green) goes through 4 pm; stay away from the coasts, do not drive into flooded roads, period. pic.twitter.com/pD7It1o5tn — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

Update 12:37 p.m.:

The National Weather Service in Massachusetts posted maps at about noon showing how much snow had already fallen and observed maximum wind gusts.

“It’s not perfect as we’re missing observations from particular areas and surrounding offices, but here’s a rough sketch of observed snowfall and maximum wind gusts,” the service said in an accompanying tweet.

Update 12:16 p.m.:

The National Weather Service in Massachusetts has posted a map of when the precipitation is expected to end.

“Looking at snow impacts ending this afternoon into evening,” the service said in an accompanying tweet. “Concern shifts towards cold air surging into the region, potential impacts especially for those who might have lost power; WIND CHILL WATCH in effect beginning Friday evening.”

Update 12:06 p.m.:

The National Weather Service in Massachusetts provided a noon update on Twitter, which included an updated “expected snowfall” map.

[SNOW – Noon Update] Widespread white out / #blizzard conditions; 2-3"/hr snowfall rates, expected to last into this afternoon as late as this evening; dangerous travel conditions; many locations likely to see @ a foot of snow pic.twitter.com/6MpQKU5vPP — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

[WIND – Noon Update] Hurricane force winds reported across coastal New England w/ @ 30-50 mph gusts across the coastal plain; HIGH WIND WARNINGS posted for Cape & Islands; combination of WINTER STORM and BLIZZARD WARNINGS incorporate wind threats pic.twitter.com/20qDLZnby5 — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

[COASTAL FLOODING – Noon Update] Coming into high tide; pressure falls lending to N winds exceeding hurricane force and wave heights building towards 20 feet; forecasting a 2-3 ft surge; already gathering inundation reports of coastal infrastructure; moderate to major impacts pic.twitter.com/9YzNRLMHi9 — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

[MARINE – Noon Update] Hurricane Force Wind Warnings; gusts of 70+ mph already reported on the Outer Cape & Nantucket, waves building upwards of 20 to 25 feet; beach erosion w/ wave action expected; adding to surge & high tide, exacerbating moderate to major coastal flood impacts pic.twitter.com/KPQzPU0YMY — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

Update 12:02 p.m.:

More photos from Boston Globe photographers out covering the storm have come in. We’ve also published a few more stories on the storm since this morning:

A Green Line trolley heads outbound on Beacon Street in Brookline. —Lane Turner / The Boston Globe

Snow settles on the Irish Famine Memorial in Boston. —Lane Turner / The Boston Globe

Gloucester fisherman Shawn Grasso walked down to Rose Marine to check on the lines of his boat, the Explorer IV, after coming in this morning from fishing. —Jessica Rinaldi / The Boston Globe

A small dog peers out at the snow in Gloucester. —Jessica Rinaldi / The Boston Globe

Update 11:36 a.m.:

The National Weather Service in Massachusetts said on Twitter it does not “recommend any travel at this time.”

“Stay off the roads,” the service said at 11:28 a.m. “Keep away from the coastlines as the coastal flooding risk increases.”

[1130a] Latest reports across the region of wind gusts, visibility & sea state; definitely getting worse out there; we do not recommend any travel at this time, stay off the roads, keep away from the coastlines as the coastal flooding risk increases pic.twitter.com/xaDbACc5Jl — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

[MARINE] Hurricane Force Wind Warnings posted for the E waters; update forecast max wave heights and wind gust (in knots); high tides either ongoing or approaching into early afternoon; anticipating coastal flooding reports to increase w/ moderate to major impacts pic.twitter.com/UKN7JYf1Hc — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

Update 11:30 a.m.:

These were the conditions at Spy Pond in Arlington at about 11 a.m.:

Update 11:23 a.m.:

Tonight’s Bruins game against the Florida Panthers has been postponed. The game had been scheduled for 7 p.m. at TD Garden. The date and time of the rescheduled game will be announced at a later date.

Tonight's #NHLBruins game vs. the Florida Panthers has been postponed: https://t.co/gpWAeQ12qt — Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) January 4, 2018

Update 10:35 a.m.:

Here’s what today’s storm looks like from space:

This morning's #GOESEast view of the powerful #BombCyclone as it batters the East Coast with heavy snow and strong winds. #noreaster #blizzard2018. More satellite imagery: https://t.co/mbgRYot60A pic.twitter.com/qblv8x5QcM — NOAA Satellites (@NOAASatellites) January 4, 2018

Update 10:32 a.m.:

The state Department of Transportation said on Twitter a few roads have been closed due to flooding. Follow @MassDOT for the latest updates.

#MAtraffic Alert: Tisbury Beach Road between Water Street & Hospital Road closed due to flooding. — Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) January 4, 2018

#MAtraffic Alert: Oak Bluffs- Seaview Ave, Vanessa Way to Island Inn Rd, closed due to flooding. — Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) January 4, 2018

#MAtraffic Alert: Morrissey Blvd. & I-93 Exit 14 closing at 11:00am due to flooding. — Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) January 4, 2018

Update 10:26 a.m.:

The National Weather Service in Massachusetts said on Twitter it’s been getting reports of thundersnow and blizzard conditions in southern New England.

[10a] Snowbanding intensifying across #SNE; getting a lot of reports of #thundersnow and #blizzard conditions into CT and RI … be safe, stay off the roads! pic.twitter.com/ZDM0zpR67i — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

[10a] Coastal front is slowly eroding S/E across Southeast MA as precipitation picks up across the region; gathering reports of 2-3"/hr snowfall rates along w/ #thundersnow all the way N into Central and Northeast MA pic.twitter.com/insY0YyCnE — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

Update 9:55 a.m.:

The National Weather Service in Massachusetts has once again expanded its blizzard warning. It also posted a “snapshot” of the winter weather conditions in Boston.

[BLIZZARD WARNINGS] Expanded to include all of Essex Co. and Southeast Middlesex Co. MA, as well as the #Providence RI metro area; warnings through 7p pic.twitter.com/fUO6mxCylM — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

Snapshot of winter weather conditions in #Boston this morning courtesy of @museumofscience & @TimNBCBoston; increasing snowfall & lower visibility; hazardous travel delays and cancellations pic.twitter.com/MxoTjCWRrz — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

Update 9:52 a.m.:

This morning, Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker urged residents to stay off the roads today.

“We are urging the public to stay off the roads,” he said on Twitter. “If you need to go out, please use public transit where possible.”

.@MassDOT highway crews & contractors are out in full force to treat roads and start plowing. Heavy snowfall rates are expected, causing white out conditions. We are urging the public to stay off the roads. If you need to go out, please use public transit where possible. #MAsnow pic.twitter.com/acMPt0drkr — Charlie Baker (@MassGovernor) January 4, 2018

Update 9:29 a.m.:

A few photos have come in from Boston Globe photographers covering the storm:

A Green Line trolley on Commonwealth Avenue in Boston. —Keith Bedford / The Boston Globe

A small skiff in Scituate Harbor. —Jonathan Wiggs / The Boston Globe

Cherita Cloy and her son, Charles, walk through the snow on Commonwealth Avenue in Boston. —Keith Bedford / The Boston Globe

Update 9:10 a.m.:

The National Weather Service in Massachusetts said on Twitter the “storm is ramping up big time.”

“Conditions deteriorating with moderate to heavy snow banding and embedded #thundersnow,” the service said at 9:02 a.m. “This storm is intense! Expect the unexpected.”

[9a] Storm is ramping up big time; conditions deteriorating with moderate to heavy snow banding and embedded #thundersnow. This storm is intense! Expect the unexpected. #bombcyclone #bombogenesis pic.twitter.com/bmFkzsMKcO — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

The service also expanded its blizzard warning and said a 75 mph wind gust has been reported in Wellfleet.

[BLIZZARD WARNINGS] Expanded to incorporate the S coast of RI and CT; impacts of winds in excess of 35 mph and visibility less than a quarter mile for 3 hours or more pic.twitter.com/x7ItDc1OiB — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

[845a] Report at #Wellfleet MA courtesy of @weatherflow of a 75 mph wind gust / 65 kts! pic.twitter.com/cVByEG15DF — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

Update 9:01 a.m.:

Here’s a look at local closings, including the Museum of Fine Arts and Boston Public Market.

Update 8:36 a.m.:

Amtrak Northeast is operating on modified schedules today.

Due to a major winter storm expected to impact the Northeast region on Thursday, Jan. 4, we will be operating modified schedules. Information can be found here: https://t.co/vQZ7SOZbZS pic.twitter.com/96qOINSOuv — Amtrak Northeast (@AmtrakNEC) January 4, 2018

Update 8:32 a.m.:

Meteorologist David Epstein’s complete storm forecast can be viewed here. In addition, here are seven maps from local meteorologists predicting today’s snowfall in Massachusetts.

Update 8:26 a.m.:

The MBTA Commuter Rail has been posting about delays on Twitter this morning. Follow @MBTA_CR for the latest info.

Update 8:22 a.m.:

The speed limit on the Mass. Pike has been reduced to 40 mph, according to the state Department of Transportation.

#MAtraffic Update: I-90 speed limit reduced to 40mph now NY border to #Boston & restrictions in place for tandems and special permits. #MAsnow — Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) January 4, 2018

#MAsnow crews 8am total 2,621 now treating, clearing state roadways. Pavements wet to slush, snow-covered. #DontCrowdThePlow — Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) January 4, 2018

Update 7:48 a.m.:

In case you missed some of our coverage leading up to the storm, here are a handful of links from earlier this week:

Update 7:24 a.m.:

The MBTA has a “Winter Weather” page with updates and information. Subway and bus service is expected to operate on a regular weekday schedule today, while the commuter rail will be operating on a reduced schedule.

#MBTA Subway and Bus service will operate on a regular weekday schedule and Mattapan Trolley service will be replaced by bus shuttles today, January 4th. https://t.co/Roux70BTRX — MBTA (@MBTA) January 4, 2018

Reminder: Commuter Rail is operating a Reduced Schedule today, January 4th. Please check https://t.co/douDdOcRCS for reduced schedule information. — MBTA Commuter Rail (@MBTA_CR) January 4, 2018

Update 7:20 a.m.:

Reminder: Boston’s snow emergency and parking ban went into effect at 7 a.m. this morning.

A snow emergency & parking ban are now in effect for #Boston. For information on parking, City services, & winter safety, visit https://t.co/9Z1r87htyM pic.twitter.com/zAvqTLkDiH — City of Boston (@CityOfBoston) January 4, 2018

Update 7:15 a.m.:

The National Weather Service in Massachusetts posted an updated “expected snowfall” map on Twitter this morning, as well as updated information about the expected wind and coastal flooding from the storm.

[SNOW] Developing; beginning as rain or wintry mix along the MA southeast coast this morning before changing back over to snow; anticipating 1-3"/hr snowfall rates, white-out conditions, greater likelihood of blizzard conditions along the coast; hazardous travel conditions pic.twitter.com/vkd7I94b86 — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

[WIND] Increasing; strong to damaging esp along the coast; where WINTER STORM WARNINGS are posted, WIND ADVISORIES are incorporated; however there's a HIGH WIND WARNING over the Cape & Islands for near hurricane-force wind gusts, 60-70 mph; expect downed trees, power outages pic.twitter.com/HNAUkWps36 — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

[COASTAL FLOODING] High tide this afternoon along the E MA coast when winds will be increasing towards 60-70 mph gusts, waves building to 20 feet over the Atlantic waters; surge 2-3 feet; expect inundation of coastal infrastructure; moderate to major impacts pic.twitter.com/o5cvYjFoSj — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018

Impressive satellite imagery this morning; can see the massive cyclone taking shape off the east coast as colder air (in the dark blues / oranges over Canada at the top of the image) is drawn southward pic.twitter.com/c9SpvIKuKy — NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) January 4, 2018