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RI Winter Storm: Rain Turning To Snow, Flooding Possible Near Cranston
Up to 5 inches of snow now is possible in Rhode Island, but the worst impacts may come from flooding in Cranston and Warwick.
CRANSTON, RI — So far, Monday's winter storm mostly brought rain to Rhode Island, but that could change Tuesday, with 1 to 5 inches of snow now in the forecast.
The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory for Providence, Kent, Bristol and Washington counties, which is in effect until 8 a.m. Wednesday. Heavy rains are expected to continue until around 4 p.m., before turning to snow. Parts of Rhode Island could see up to five inches of snow.
But snow isn't the only issue. Some flooding is expected in the Cranston area at the Pawtuxet River. The flooding could impact homes and businesses, especially in Warwick and Cranston.
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The National Weather Service said the most impacted areas will be low lying sections of Warwick, Wellington Avenue and Avery Road in Cranston and Pioneer Avenue, Bellows Street, Venturi Avenue and a portion of River Street in Warwick.
Heavy rain across RI is causing rapid rises on streams and rivers. A Flood Warning is now in effect for the Pawtuxet River near Cranston. It should go above flood stage this afternoon, cresting late Wed. Possible impacts here: https://t.co/2KhcCntg7l pic.twitter.com/xsCiQAEOPy
— NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) March 14, 2023
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