Flood in Washington County, Rhode Island

Places like Hope Valley and Ashaway received 4.91 inches and 4.49 inches of rain respectively. In Charlestown at 7:10 AM EST Charlestown Pond was out of its banks flooding Arches Rd. In Richmond at 7:50 AM EST Beaver River was out of its banks flooding Tug Hollow Rd at New London Turnpike. In Richmond at 8:20 AM EST Hillsdale Rd by James Trail was closed.

A negatively tilted mid level trough swung through New England while at the surface a low pressure center passed directly over southern New England. This inland runner brought warm air so that all precipitation fell as rain, along with strong winds. There was a good deal of tree damage from the winds and widespread river flooding with many rivers going into major flood stage. Much of Rhode Island received 2 to 5 inches of rain, which combined with melting snow, led to significant flooding of rivers, streams, urban areas, and some homes and businesses. The strongest winds, gusting as high as 66 mph, were reported near the lower end of Narragansett Bay, but wind damage was limited. Minor coastal flooding was observed along Narragansett Bay

and the south-facing coastline during the early morning high tide on January 10. Of greater concern was the amount of beach erosion on the south coast including Misquamicut, where sand and debris closed Atlantic Avenue and produced significant erosion.