Winter Storm Warning Issued In RI As Serious Storm Approaches

RHODE ISLAND — The National Weather Service Sunday afternoon issued a winter storm warning for Rhode Island, with a major snowstorm brewing that could cover the most populated parts of the state in up to a foot of snow.

The storm set to begin very early Tuesday morning could bring anywhere from 7 to 13 inches to places including Providence, Coventry, Woonsocket, and Cranston.

"Travel could be very difficult with snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour at times. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will particularly impact the Tuesday morning commute," the warning said.

The storm timing will likely be between 1 a.m. Tuesday to 1 a.m. Wednesday. According to the forecast, the heaviest snow is expected between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

On top of snow, forecasts say winds could gust up to 50 mph during the event.

Snow accumulations will generally be less in Narragansett, Newport, and the rest of southern Rhode Island, with anywhere between 3 and 6 inches possible near the coast, according to the weather service.

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