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Massachusetts Crews Clear Debris and Restore Services After Severe Thunderstorms

More than 1,000 customers remain without power, with commuter rail lines resuming normal speeds.

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Overview

  • A line of severe thunderstorms swept through Massachusetts on Sunday afternoon and evening, uprooting trees and triggering localized flooding in parts of the state.
  • In Beverly’s Montserrat neighborhood and beyond, fallen trees blocked multiple roads overnight, prompting police to direct traffic and warn residents against driving through flooded roadways.
  • Utility crews have restored service to many customers but are still working to reconnect more than 250 outages in Beverly after lines were damaged by high winds and debris.
  • MBTA Newburyport/Rockport Line trains experienced overnight terminations and reduced speeds due to track obstructions, with shuttle buses deployed to assist stranded passengers.
  • Officials confirmed no injuries have been reported despite property damage and minor flooding in communities such as Framingham.