Falmouth Winter Storm: Coastal Floods, Heavy Winds Possible

FALMOUTH, MA — A winter storm hit Falmouth Monday, and unlike much of New England that saw heavy snow, it turned to rain quickly on the Cape. But that rain could cause flooding.

The National Weather Service issued a coastal flood advisory in Barnstable County Monday night, and its in place until 4 p.m., Tuesday. On the Cape, 1-2 feet of inundation above ground level is expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

Regardless of flooding, the rain is expected to last at least through the morning, and wind gusts could reach over 25 mph.

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Local restrictions

The town has not declared a snow emergency, but here's what we know about how local officials are handling the storm. Check the town website for the most up-to-date information.

Parking ban

The town has not issued any changes to parking as of noon, Monday.

Trash collection

Trash pickup has not changed, as of noon Monday.

School

Falmouth Public Schools had an early release Monday. As of noon, Monday, no changes have been made for Tuesday.

Questions? Any updates we're missing? Taken a photo that captures the storm well?

We're doing our best but that doesn't mean we've covered everything. Email Jimmy Bentley at jimmy.bentley@patch.com and I'll try to get your question answered. If I've missed an announcement, I'll be sure to add it to this guide. And Patch always loves to share our readers' photos.