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Happy Friday, Barnstable! Stay connected with the Town of Barnstable through our e-Newsletter! town.barnstable.ma.us/.../Fr…
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Be ICE SMART and learn how to tell if the ice is safe as temperatures and conditions fluctuate. Head to mass.gov/news/stay-safe-on-t… for more information.
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PSA Text Scam - from the Barnstable Police Department Be aware of a text message scam involving a text saying that you have an outstanding toll bill. This is a SCAM, do not reply to this message, delete it immediately. Please share this information with others.
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Thank you to our many brave firefighters and first responders who are working to protect our communities from fire danger. We can all do our part to prevent new fire risks by taking simple precautions. Learn more at mass.gov/info-details/outdoo….
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🔥 High Fire Danger Alert! 🔥 With elevated fire risk this weekend, we’re urging everyone to limit outdoor ignition sources. Please avoid activities that could spark a fire, like open flames or using outdoor equipment that generates heat.
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ELECTION NOTICE: Some important deadlines coming up ahead of the November 5th Presidential Election. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1st marks the last day for early voting at 200 Main Street. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4th marks the last day to apply in person for an absentee ballot.
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Voting in Barnstable - Because your vote matters The last day to register to vote is October 26th at 5pm in the Town Clerks Office | 367 Main Street, Hyannis In person early voting starts SATURDAY October 19th from 8AM-12PM | 200 Main Street , Hyannis townofbarnstable.us/.../Elec…
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The latest update from @NWSBoston
9 Jan 2024
01/09/2024 AM - Latest forecast details in graphics! Check out max wind gusts, expected rainfall, and snowfall amounts. Stay informed about the upcoming weather: weather.gov/box #MAwx #CTwx #RIwx
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Sharing the latest from @NWSBoston
6 Jan 2024
Here is a loop of projected hourly #snowfall rates from 7 PM tonight to 7 AM Sunday. Moderate to heavy snow enters western MA/CT ~ 9-10 PM, then spreads eastward & exits eastern MA 6-7 AM Sunday. Hourly snowfall rates of 1-2" (green areas) are likely, hence difficult travel.

ALT Projected hourly snowfall rates Saturday night.

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Sharing the latest from @NWSBoston
5 Jan 2024
Sunday Flash Freeze: Temps will start out near/above freezing Sunday then will rapidly drop into 20s Sunday afternoon (blue shading). Plan on getting snow/slush cleared Sunday AM if possible. Be prepared for slippery travel once temps drop. #ctwx #mawx #riwx

ALT Loop of temperature forecasts for Sunday showing flash freeze potential.

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Town of Barnstable retweeted
18 Dec 2023
[630 AM] A steady moderate to heavy rain this morning will transition to showers this afternoon. Street/highway flooding will continue along with strong to damaging winds. Strongest winds occur this morning into midday for #CapeCod & Islands. #MAwx #RIwx #CTwx

ALT Model simulated radar

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Here’s the latest update from @NWSBoston
17 Dec 2023
Here's a look at what to expect over the next 24-36 hrs across SNE. Heavy rain will ramp up overnight. The greatest threat for damaging winds will be between 7 am and 2 pm tomorrow. Rapid improvement tomorrow evening will give way to scattered flurries and showers on Tuesday.
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