 Mixed Precipitation Expected in the Berkshires this WeekSnow accumulation could be upwards of 7 inches. Ice accumulation can also be expected.  Winter Storm Warning for Berkshires as Nor'easter Brings Up to Foot of SnowThe Berkshires are in for a double whammy this week — a Nor'easter is expected to bring up to a foot of snow and ice overnight followed by another Arctic blast that will keep temperatures in the freezer zone. Freezing Rain and Sleet Expected WednesdaySome light glazes of ice are possible and this may cause some slippery spots on untreated surfaces. Sleet accumulations will be very light.  Cold Air Over Midwest Bring Chilly, Rainy Weekend for BerkshiresA strong cold front pushing through the Midwest and southern Canada is expected to dump snow to the south and west of the Berkshires.  State Reallocating Resources West as Henri Changes TrackThere remains uncertainty in how far west Henri will track and how strong it will become before making landfall. The main hazards include damaging winds and flooding rain.  Henri Swerves Left, Bringing Rain, Wind to BerkshiresTropical Storm Henri shifted left in is track to New England late on Friday, putting much of Long Island, Connecticut and Western Mass in the crosshairs. Currently at tropical storm level, it is expected to strengthen into a hurricane as it churns north on Saturday.  Pittsfield Officials Urge Caution as Tropical Storm Henri Bears DownWith Tropical Storm Henri expected to impact Western Massachusetts with rainfall ranging between 3-6 inches and 30-40 miles per hour winds Sunday through Monday morning, city officials are urging residents to prepare ahead and use caution.  Berkshires Heat Index to Top 100The National Weather Service is warning that the heat index — a combination of temperature and humidity — is going to reach the 100 degree mark. A heat advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Thursday.  High Winds, Heavy Rains Usher in Christmas 2020The storm will be accompanied by heavy rains that could cause flooding in low-lying areas. The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency is warning of 2 to 3 inches of rain between Thursday and Friday night.  Wednesday's Snowstorm Could Drop Up to a FootAccuweather is describing it as "the most significant winter storm in several years" that could cause "near blizzard conditions" in parts of New York State and southern New England.  Cold Front Could Bring Snow for the WeekendMother Nature will be giving the Berkshires some warmth this week before sending a chill through the region — and possibly snow.  Adams Continues Storm Clean UpTown Administrator Jay Green told the Selectmen on Wednesday night that Department of Public Works staff had opened all roadways and will continue storm clean up through the coming days.  Powerful Storm Rips Through the BerkshiresA powerful storm ripped through the Berkshires on Wednesday afternoon leaving downed trees and wires in its wake.  Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Berkshires; More Rain Expected ThursdayThe National Weather Service has posted a severe thunderstorm warning until 10 p.m. for the Berkshires, eastern New York, northwestern Connecticut and Southern Vermont. Wind gusts could reach up to 70 mph in some areas.  Tropical Storm Bringing Heavy Rain to BerkshiresDubbed "Fay," the storm began as a tropical depression off the coast of North Carolina midweek and formed late Thursday. |
