September 7, 2025

Hold on tight, Massachusetts! The National Weather Service has issued a big Thunderstorm Watch covering nine counties including Berkshire, Essex, Franklin, Hampden, Hampshire, Middlesex, Norfolk, Suffolk, and Worcester. This alert stays active until this evening. Meteorologists say the weather today is just perfect for some wild, heavy thunderstorms. What’s in store? Expect strong wind gusts, hail up to one inch in size (that’s like small coins!), lots of lightning flashes, and heavy rain that can cause localized flooding. To add extra spice, there’s a low but real chance of isolated tornadoes, especially in western and central parts of the state. Storms are likely to kick off mid-afternoon and grow fiercer as they head east. The critical danger hours? Between 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM – this is when the wild weather will roar loudest! Local emergency experts urge everyone to act smart: secure your outdoor furniture so it doesn’t fly away, stay indoors while the thunder crashes, and keep your mobile phones fully charged in case power goes out. If you’ve got outdoor plans tonight or this afternoon, keep a close eye on weather updates and have a safe shelter ready. How to stay updated? Tune in to NOAA Weather Radio, your trusted local news, or handy weather apps. Experts warn: "Conditions may change rapidly, and additional warnings may come with little notice." So, stay alert! This storm is just the latest in a hot summer of crazy weather hitting the Northeast, as shifting climate patterns bring more sudden and fierce events. Wondering about tornadoes? Here’s a quick lesson: A tornado is a spinning column of air, stretching from a thunderstorm to the ground. They’re some of the most violent forces nature can produce, capable of causing massive damage in minutes. Tornadoes form when warm, moist air near the ground meets cooler, dry air above. If the winds change speed or direction with height—a nasty trick called wind shear—the storm starts to spin. This spinning tightens into a funnel cloud, and if it hits the ground, it becomes a tornado. Scary stuff! So, Massachusetts, buckle up and follow official advice to stay safe as the fierce skies arrive!

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