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Winter Storm Headed Towards Portsmouth: What To Know
The forecast calls for up to two feet of snow, and Gov. Dan McKee urged Rhode Islanders to stay home and off the roads.
PORTSMOUTH, RI — A winter storm is headed towards southern New England, and is expected to bring up to two feet of snow to Rhode Island.
The storm is expected to arrive overnight, with up to four inches of accumulation by Saturday morning. Heavy snow will continue throughout the day Saturday and continue until about 10 p.m., leaving 18 to 24 inches of accumulation statewide.
Related: RI's State-Run COVID-19 Testing, Vaccine Sites To Close For Storm
Portsmouth declared a parking ban from 9 p.m. Friday until further notice.
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The Hedley Street Transfer Station will be closed Saturday. Prudence Island's transfer station will be closed both Saturday and Sunday, but will open Monday from 10 a.m. to noon.
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