01453 Safety Monitor

Localized flooding remains possible in the 01453 area this evening despite ongoing drought, as recent heavy rains have left the ground vulnerable to...

Weather Outlook

• WeatherGuy predicts a hot and possibly wet week with highs near 88-93, 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms Wednesday, and...

This week's heat and storms call for extra caution with outdoor activities and property prep:

• Tuesday high near 88 with 20% overnight shower...

Fitchburg resident Shawn Clapper, 44, was killed in a motorcycle crash on Ashby State Road on July 11 and later died at the hospital. This incident highlights ongoing risks for riders on local roads near 01453.

Fitchburg's River Street Bridge detour begins this week and may disrupt travel for 01453 residents commuting through the area.

• Southbound traffic...

A cold front cleared wildfire smoke overnight, improving air quality across Massachusetts with no issues expected by afternoon.

• Sunday-Monday...

• Central Massachusetts including Leominster faces elevated tornado and damaging wind risk from strong wind shear during both storm rounds
• Air...

Canadian wildfire smoke returns Saturday, potentially dense near the ground and reducing air quality across Southern New England including 01453. An...

Whitney Pond Dam removal in nearby Ashburnham eliminates a state-classified "significant hazard" that risked severe downstream damage. The project,...

A 78-year-old Littleton man was arrested at Cutie Patuties consignment store on Central Street after refusing to leave when trespassed by the manager. The trespass charge was later decriminalized in Leominster District Court.

Massachusetts air quality remains unhealthy for sensitive groups through Thursday due to Canadian wildfire smoke.

• Sensitive groups include...

Wildfire Smoke Updates

• 🔥 Worsening Conditions: Smoke from Canadian wildfires turned Massachusetts skies brown on Tuesday and worsened Wednesday...