Henri Is Here - Five Things to Know -- UPDATED

Henri Is Here - Five Things to Know -- UPDATED

Rhode Island is now being hit by Henri. 

While Henri was still a hurricane as of the National Weather Service's 5 AM Sunday update (SEE BELOW), it has since been downgraded. 

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There is now a tropical warning for southern Rhode Island and bands of heavy rain are now pounding Block Island.

 

1. Ghiorse Update: “Winds will increase out of the east and southeast tomorrow morning and then veer into the south as landfall occurs. Gust speeds are expected up to 74 mph (hurricane strength) with possibly higher.  Once landfall occurs, Henri will slow down and slowly weaken but gusty winds and periods of heavy rain are quite possible through Monday,” says John Ghiorse, GoLocal meteorologist.

“Being an ‘old hand’ at this (in more ways than one!), I know that the situation can change quickly both for the better and the worse. I've learned over the years that hurricane forecasts can never be ‘set in stone,’” adds Ghiorse.

 

2. Emergency Centers: Emergency centers are open in Southern Rhode Island — See Here

 

 

3. LIVE MAP: Track power outages and the expected time of restoration can be tracked via the LIVE MAP.

 

 

4. Everyone is Watching: Both CNN and The Weather Channel are in Rhode Island with reporters for storm coverage. Jim Cantore on Sunday morning is located in Newport Rhode Island.

 

 

5. Call 211 for Help: United Ways' 211 Call Center can connect you to resources throughout the state. Call 211 for assistance.

First published Sunday 6:14 AM

Updated Sunday 8:47 AM