It is still four or so days away, but the currently projected path is a worse case path for most of eastern New England. Not at all sure how the mountains will break down or enhance the winds. CLA has the local knowledge on that.
Sustained 60 MPH winds over a period of eight hours is a lot different than a heavy thunderstorm. Waves build over time, so duration is a concern. The left side of the storm is also usually wetter than the right side, so water could be a bigger concern than wind. Bottom line is it is still too early to tell what will happen, but it is not too early to begin to plan based upon the forecast.
Reference storms for the current path and strength are from the 1950s and early 1960s. That said, every storm is different. This storm has yet to reach its peak and from the last several radar shots, she looks like she is intensifying.
Interesting days ahead!
R2B
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