First published Oct 16, 2026, 10:38:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 16, 2026, 10:38:15 PM UTC

Severe Thunderstorm Warning — NWS Boston/Norton MA

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 16 at 5:52PM EDT until October 16 at 6:45PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

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The National Weather Service in Boston/Norton issued a severe thunderstorm warning for counties in Massachusetts until 6:45 PM EDT. The warning reported radar-indicated storms moving east at 70 mph, with 60 mph wind gusts and instructions to shelter in an interior room on the lowest floor.

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