Storm Hits Southern New England, Causes Widespread Disruption

Coastal flooding and power outages affect thousands, while Boston sees minimal impact.

The storm caused significant coastal flooding and road closures in southern New England, particularly affecting areas like Scituate, Nantucket, and parts of Rhode Island.
Over 23,000 electric customers in Massachusetts experienced power outages, with the Cape area being the hardest hit.
The Rhode Island Blood Center issued an urgent call for donors after nearly 400 donations were lost due to the storm.
Despite initial severe weather warnings, Boston and its immediate neighbors experienced less impact than anticipated, with minimal snow accumulation.
State officials in Massachusetts and Rhode Island urged residents to stay off the roads and work from home, leading to the closure of over 180 educational institutions and state offices.