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  • MA Gov. Proclaims “Hurricane Preparedness Week” July 9-15, 2023

    MA Gov. Proclaims “Hurricane Preparedness Week” July 9-15, 2023

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has declared July 9-15, 2023, to be “Hurricane Preparedness Week,” recognizing the importance of preparing for the impact of extreme weather.

    Hurricane Gloria approaching New England on September 27, 1985, (image by HurricaneMan895 at Wikimedia Commons)

    While the Atlantic hurricane season runs [officially] from June 1st through November 30th — the most active time for these storms in Massachusetts is August and September.

    According to the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), which is headquartered in Framingham, “Hurricanes have the power to cause widespread devastation, and can affect both coastal and inland areas. Threats from hurricanes include: storm surge, high winds, heavy rainfall, inland flooding, subsequent tornadoes, ocean rip currents”.

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  • Hurricane Henri Projected to Impact Framingham Area This Weekend

    Hurricane Henri Projected to Impact Framingham Area This Weekend

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Residents and others in Massachusetts are urged to prepare for Hurricane Henri, which is expected to affect much of Massachusetts and other New England states beginning Saturday night and into Monday, (Aug. 21st – Aug. 23rd. 2021). Warnings include the potential for strong winds, heavy rain, flooding and power outages.

    Tropical Storm Henri is projected to become a hurricane and significantly impact much of Central and Eastern Massachusetts, including Cape Cod and the Islands, and the South Coast. Hurricane force winds, (winds above 74 mph), and substantial storm surges in coastal communities are expected.

    The State Emergency Operations Center at MEMA Headquarters in Framingham is activated and closely monitoring the storm and forecast to provide situational awareness.

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  • MA Governor Proclaims July 11-17 to be “Hurricane Preparedness Week”

    MA Governor Proclaims July 11-17 to be “Hurricane Preparedness Week”

    Governor Baker’s July 1, 2021 proclamation of “Hurricane Preparedness Week”

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker has proclaimed July 11 – 17, 2021, to be Hurricane Preparedness Week to emphasize both the Commonwealth’s vulnerability to tropical storms and hurricanes and the importance of preparing for their impacts.

    “As we saw during our recent experience with Tropical Storm Elsa, planning and preparing in advance for a tropical storm or hurricane can help protect individuals and families and limit damage to property,” said Governor Charlie Baker. “We encourage residents in every part of the Commonwealth to develop an emergency plan, prepare emergency supplies and stay informed throughout hurricane season.”

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  • Obama in Framingham – April Fools?

    Obama in Framingham – April Fools?

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Ok, it was April 1st, and someone posted the following on their FaceBook wall; “Obama Lands at Marlborough Airport”. Now this is something that would seem strange even if it wasn’t April Fools Day.

    Several “hahaha” replies quickly follow and accusations of, “very funny, April Fools, huh?” start to fly. One friend comments that it wasn’t even possible, claiming the President’s aircraft only land at military air bases.  The original poster followed with details. (more…)