Today's heavy storm is expected to produce power outages.
Rhode Island Energy has announced more than 16 hundred personnel are ready to respond to the storm, restore power, clear lines, and staff the call center.
The morning commute is likely to be affected, atop the closure of all but the westbound bypass lanes of I-195 on the Washington Bridge.
Restrictions on bridges may go into effect due to high winds.
The Block Island Ferry has canceled its early morning trips so far from Point Judith and the island.
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