Station Name: PONAGANSET RIVER AT SOUTH FOSTER, RI
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 381 feet

Nearest Address:
51–98 Rams Tail Rd
South Foster, RI 02825
Providence County

GPS Coordinates: 41.8187102, -71.7050677

Nearby Water Temperatures

Blizzard Warning issued February 23 at 4:47PM EST until February 24 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Boston/Norton MA

Effective: Mon February 23, 2026, 4:47 PM
Expires: Tue February 24, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Portions of eastern, northeastern, and southeastern Massachusetts and northern and southern Rhode Island. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle.

Special Weather Statement issued February 23 at 4:53PM EST by NWS Upton NY

Effective: Mon February 23, 2026, 4:53 PM
Expires: Tue February 24, 2026, 10:00 AM

**Black Ice and Blowing Snow Tonight** Black ice will be possible across the region tonight, especially on any untreated surfaces. Gusty winds may also result in localized reduced visibilities due to blowing snow through Tuesday morning. Take caution if traveling, especially on the Tuesday morning commute.

Coastal Flood Advisory issued February 23 at 9:08PM EST until February 24 at 6:00AM EST by NWS Boston/Norton MA

Effective: Mon February 23, 2026, 9:08 PM
Expires: Tue February 24, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Shallow flooding less than one foot deep around the time of high tide early Tuesday morning. * WHERE...Eastern Massachusetts coast including Cape Cod and the Islands. * WHEN...From 2 AM to 6 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of vulnerable lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected.

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

Blizzard Warning issued February 23 at 4:47PM EST until February 24 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Boston/Norton MA

Effective: Mon February 23, 2026, 4:47 PM
Expires: Tue February 24, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Worcester County, Central and Northwest Middlesex County, and Western Essex MA. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle.