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Current risk outlook
Wind, roof, and storm stress risk for New Bedford, MA.
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This view focuses on wind-driven roof stress, loose tiles, and how strong gusts typically impact trees and structures here.
Live risk outlook
ELEVATEDElevated
Next 6–24 hours: Today: Elevated (73/100) · Rain 74% · Max wind 13 to 20 mph.
1 active alert nearby.
Sources: NOAA, NWS, SPC, NHC, FEMA, USGS.
Local decision support
Next 24–72 hours: risk-to-action packet
Baseline
36/100
Moderate long-term exposure
Live signal
Elevated
Current source-derived signal
Official alerts
1
active local alert
Practical, non-emergency steps
- STEP 1
Secure exterior items
Bring in or secure loose outdoor items and note any visible roof, siding, fence, or tree concerns.
- STEP 2
Capture the current condition
Photograph the exterior before a forecast event so later inspections start with a clear reference point.
- STEP 3
Schedule non-emergency work thoughtfully
Use a qualified professional for repairs after conditions permit; active alerts and local officials take priority over this checklist.
Official source links
This packet supports preparation conversations. It is not an emergency alert, evacuation instruction, insurance quote, property inspection, or medical guidance. Follow official local instructions for time-sensitive decisions.
Historical risk score
Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.
36
/ 100
For typical homes located in New Bedford, MA.
Baseline context
Wind exposure derived from ingested design wind / climatology tiles.
Compare other local risks
See how New Bedford scores across each hazard model.
City snapshot
All hazards combined
Flood risk
Heavy rain and low-lying flood exposure
Storm surge risk
Coastal inundation and tidal vulnerability
AQI risk
Current air quality and AQI signal
Lightning risk
Thunderstorm and strike exposure
Wildfire risk
Fuels, dryness, and fire potential
Tornado risk
Historic tornado corridor exposure
Hail risk
Hail frequency and roof impact potential
Hurricane risk
Wind + surge + rain-driven flooding
Local historical hazard map
New Bedford, MA
Click a tile to update scores. These layers show long-term historical baseline risk, not live warnings or short-term forecast risk.
Live wind alerts & official forecast (NWS)
Forecast office: BOX · radar KBOX
Active alerts near New Bedford
High Wind Warning
Effective local time
The High Wind Warning has been cancelled.
Protect your home before the next storm
Turn today’s risk into a checklist for your home.
Coverage request
Keep local storm exposure with the coverage questions you want to ask.
Home-protection request
Record roof, window, or hardening work you are considering around local risk.
Emergency prep essentials guide
Build a storm kit and action checklist in 30 minutes.
Wind intelligence snapshot
Peak gust forecast (NWS)
Next 24h max gust: 33 mph
Peak time: 2026-09-27T09:00:00+00:00/PT1H
Sustained wind: 18 mph
Source: NWS forecast grid.
Nearest weather station gusts
Plymouth, Plymouth Municipal Airport (KPYM)
Distance from New Bedford: 20 mi
Latest gust: 112 mph
Observed: local time
Source: NWS station observations.
Wind alerts (NWS)
High Wind Warning
The High Wind Warning has been cancelled.
Source: National Weather Service.
SPC severe outlook
Day 1: None
Day 2: None
Day 3: None
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
24h gust timeline
Peak gust buckets
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Protect your home before the next storm
Turn today's wind exposure into a checklist for roof, trees, and outage prep in New Bedford, MA.
Coverage request
Keep local storm exposure with the coverage questions you want to ask.
Home-protection request
Record roof, window, or hardening work you are considering around local risk.
Emergency prep essentials guide
Build a storm kit and action checklist in 30 minutes.
5-day wind & storm outlook
Today
ELEVATEDRain chance: 74%
Max wind: 13 to 20 mph
Risk score: 73/100
Tomorrow
MODERATERain chance: 68%
Max wind: 9 mph
Risk score: 45/100
Tue
LOWRain chance: 10%
Max wind: 6 to 9 mph
Risk score: 18/100
Wed
LOWRain chance: 0%
Max wind: 2 to 6 mph
Risk score: 10/100
Thu
LOWRain chance: 1%
Max wind: 5 to 13 mph
Risk score: 10/100
Historical wind exposure
Local wind data facts
Data from NWS observations, forecast grids, and SPC outlooks.
Historical wind exposure in New Bedford
- Peak gusts drive most roof and tree damage during severe storms.
- Newer construction tends to perform better under modern wind codes.
- Debris, weak garage doors, and roof edges are common failure points.
Wind & storm risk FAQs for New Bedford
What does the wind / roof score mean for New Bedford?
It reflects relative wind exposure for the city grid and how likely damaging gusts are compared to other areas.
What parts of a home fail first in wind?
Roof edges, garage doors, and weak connections can fail first. Debris impacts can also drive losses.