A deamplifying mid level shortwave with dewpoints in the 70s and decent instability brought scattered thunderstorms and widespread flash flooding to Massachusetts and Rhode Island. There were many streets closed, many cars stranded in flood waters, and several houses with flooded basements or first floors.

Flash Flood in WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 18:34:00 to 11-SEP-23 19:34:00 (EST-5)
Location: WHALOM
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

In Leominster, a culvert at Pleasant St and Colburn St washed out the foundation of a house. The residents were evacuated.

Flood in MIDDLESEX, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 20:10:00 to 11-SEP-23 21:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: NABNASSET
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

In Chelmsford, Horseshoe Rd was flooded by a stream out of its banks.

Flash Flood in HAMPDEN, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 17:37:00 to 11-SEP-23 18:37:00 (EST-5)
Location: EAST SPRINGFIELD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

In Ludlow, cars were stuck in flood water on Page Blvd and Berkshire Ave.

Flash Flood in WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 19:01:00 to 11-SEP-23 20:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: WHALOM
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

In Leominster, Pond St at Pleasant St had a sink hold which formed and water rushed in. This washed away part of the road.

Flash Flood in WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 19:40:00 to 11-SEP-23 20:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: WHALOM
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

In Leominster, Rt 117 had a section of road buckled.

Flash Flood in BARNSTABLE, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 16:24:00 to 11-SEP-23 17:24:00 (EST-5)
Location: BUZZARDS BAY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

In Agawam, Liberty Street had 1 ft of water on it.

Flash Flood in WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 17:10:00 to 11-SEP-23 18:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: LEOMINSTER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

In Leominster, two cars were flooded and disabled.

Flood in BRISTOL, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 16:25:00 to 11-SEP-23 17:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: EAST TAUNTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

In Taunton, Middleboro Ave near the post office was flooded and impassable.

Flash Flood in WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 16:55:00 to 11-SEP-23 17:55:00 (EST-5)
Location: WACHUSETT STATION
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

In Fitchburg, a section of Rt 2 eastbound was flooded to car headlights.

Flash Flood in WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 17:24:00 to 11-SEP-23 18:24:00 (EST-5)
Location: LEOMINSTER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

In Agawam, numerous roads were flooded and impassable with water rescues.

Flash Flood in HAMPDEN, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 17:30:00 to 11-SEP-23 18:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: ATHOL JCT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

In Springfield, there was 3 feet of water in a basement along El Paso St. Blunt Park Rd was impassable with cars stuck. Carew St was closed with 4 feet of water.

Flash Flood in WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 20:30:00 to 11-SEP-23 21:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: WHALOM
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

In Leominster, multiple homes had to be evacuated including a trailer park of 30 people on Central St.

Flash Flood in WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 19:00:00 to 11-SEP-23 20:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: FITCHBURG MUNI ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

In Leominster, Rt 2 near Rt 12 was closed due to flooding.

Flash Flood in WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 16:30:00 to 11-SEP-23 17:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: LEOMINSTER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

In Leominster, multiple roads was flooded and impassable.

Flood in BRISTOL, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 13:05:00 to 11-SEP-23 14:05:00 (EST-5)
Location: HORTONVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

In Somerset, Rt 79 North at Duval St was flooded and impassable.

Flood in WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 16:10:00 to 11-SEP-23 17:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: LEOMINSTER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

In Leominster, Exchange St was flooded with basement flooding also occurring.

Flood in BRISTOL, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 16:10:00 to 11-SEP-23 17:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: DODGEVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

In Attleborough, Linded St, Thatcher St, Vine St, and Mendon St were all flooded.

Flood in BRISTOL, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 16:15:00 to 11-SEP-23 17:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: TAUNTON ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

In Taunton, Staples St just before Holloway St was flooded.

Flood in MIDDLESEX, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 20:00:00 to 11-SEP-23 21:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: NISSITISSIT HILLS AR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

In Dunstable, Fletcher St was flooded.

Flash Flood in WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 17:00:00 to 11-SEP-23 18:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: WAITES CORNER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

In Fitchburg, cars were stuck in flood waters by the bridge on River St.

Flash Flood in HAMPDEN, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 17:10:00 to 11-SEP-23 18:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: EAST SPRINGFIELD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

In West Springfield, cars were stuck in street flooding on Carando Dr and Weston St.

Flash Flood in HAMPDEN, MASSACHUSETTS
From 11-SEP-23 17:36:00 to 11-SEP-23 18:36:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHICOPEE FALLS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

In Chicopee, East Main St at Broadway St was flooded and impassable.