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September 6, 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Severe Weather Alert: Rain, Flood Threat Continue Today
 
After a day of record rainfall in parts of Rhode Island on Monday, the rain continues …
 
     
 
Providence DMV branch closed due to flooding
 
The branch will be closed through at least Wednesday.
 
     
 
Superintendent Surveys: Most RI school districts facing staff shortage
 
Our survey revealed nearly 80% of public school districts are experiencing a staffing …
 
     
 
Uvalde school year starts amid fear and unfinished security
 
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Pawtucket elementary school reopens following delay
 
After a week-long delay, school bells will ring Tuesday for the first day of school …
 
     
 
Liz Truss becomes Britain’s new prime minister
 
Liz Truss has become U.K. prime minister to replace Boris Johnson in the post.
 
     
 
Smoked salmon sold in 10 states recalled over listeria contamination
 
Massachusetts is one of 10 states included in the recall.
 
     
     
     
   
   
 
 
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Rain continues to fall after massive flooding
 
A Flood Warning is in effect for parts of Northern RI and the West Bay. The entire area remains under a Flood Watch.
 
     
 
Building collapses amid heavy rain in Providence
 
Surrounding roadways and intersections are closed, according to a Providence police. People are asked to avoid the area of Peace Street if possible.
 
     
 
Brown students displaced by residence hall flood
 
A school spokesperson said it happened in one of the residence halls on Keeney Quad.
 
     
 
PHOTOS: Flash flooding closes RI roadways
 
Roadways including I-95 and Route 10 became completely blocked by floodwaters, leaving drivers stranded for hours.
 
     
     
     
   
   
 
 
 
Weather Today & 7 Day Forecast
 
 
 
 
 
Severe Alert: Localized Street And Urban Flooding Expected
 
 
Severe Alert: Localized Street And Urban Flooding Expected
 
Good Morning, FLOOD “WATCH” REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY AFTERNOON After very heavy rain in some areas Monday, more rain is expected Today with localized street and urban flooding. Also watching the Woonasquatucket River in Centerdale Rhode Island for minor to moderate flooding in sections of North Providence along those river banks. Other smaller rivers and streams will need to be monitored next 24 hours. FLOOD WARNING, for areas in red until 1230AM ...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1230 AM EDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...A portion of northern Rhode Island, including the following counties, Kent and Providence. * WHEN...Until 1230 AM EDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1004 PM EDT, gauge reports indicated small streams and creeks had not yet crested due to heavy rainfall earlier today. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. Between 3 and 7 inches of rain have fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Providence, Warwick, Cranston, Pawtucket, Coventry, Cumberland, North Providence, West Warwick, Johnston, Smithfield, Lincoln, Central Falls, Burrillville, North Smithfield, Scituate, Glocester and Foster ESTIMATED RAINFALL TOTALS SINCE MONDAY Areas in yellow, orange, and red have received 3 to 6 inches of rain so far. Cranston has had 7.05″ of rain so far. FLOOD “WATCH” REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY More rain Tuesday with downpours continuing. Leave yourself some extra time for travel due to poor visibility and potential …
 
 
     
     
   
   
 
     
 
Rain, Flooding Potential Continues Today
 
From 12 News Meteorologist Michelle Muscatello, here is your updated 7-Day Forecast: …
 
     
     
     
   
   
 
 
 
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Man rescues driver from floodwaters in Providence
 
 
     
 
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RI State Police arrest 14 for DUI over holiday weekend
 
 
     
 
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Rhody Roundup time!
 
 
     
     
     
   
   
 
 
 
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