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Massachusetts governor declares state of emergency as Hurricane Lee approaches

Ahead of Hurricane Lee's expected impacts, Massachusetts and Maine have declared states of emergency and are taking various measures to prepare for the storm.
Boston officials have detailed their preparations, including the deployment of high water rescue vehicles and the readiness to deploy flood walls and sandbags. While the worst of Lee is anticipated to miss Boston, conditions are still expected to be similar to that of a nor'easter.
The National Hurricane Center has issued tropical storm warnings for coastal New England and a hurricane watch for certain areas. Residents near the coast are advised to be cautious as the storm could cause a storm surge and widespread power outages.

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Hurricane Lee Prompts States of Emergency

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Gov. Maura Healey declares state of emergency as Hurricane Lee approaches New England - Boston News, Weather, Sports

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Gov. Maura Healey declares state of emergency, activates National Guard ahead of Hurricane Lee

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