Active AlertsNew Bedford Regional Airport, MA

Air Quality Alert

Issued at Fri 6:08 PM Jul. 17

Issued by: National Weather Service

Description

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has issued an Air Quality Alert for Fine Particulates, from midnight tonight to midnight EDT Saturday night. An Air Quality Alert day means that Fine Particulates concentrations within the region may approach or exceed levels that are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. Air is unhealthy for sensitive children and adults, such as those with asthma, lung or heart disease, and older adults. Sensitive children and adults should limit prolonged outdoor activity. For additional information, please visit the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection website at: https://mass.gov/dep/massair/forecast

Full details

Rip Current Statement

Issued at Sat 1:35 AM Jul. 18

Issued by: National Weather Service

Description

What: Dangerous rip currents expected.
Where: Washington, Southern Bristol MA, Barnstable MA, Dukes MA, Nantucket MA, and Newport RI Counties.
When: From Sunday morning through Sunday evening.
Impacts: Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

Recommended Action

Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.