Operation Hurricane: Rhode Island Guide to Sandy

Misquamicut property owners permitted to enter, people remain optimistic

At 2:00 p.m. on Friday property owners in most parts of Misquamicut will be allowed to enter into area

Pauly D asks for donations to Jersey Shore relief efforts

In New Jersey, the devastation along the shore for Hurricane Sandy is shocking, to say the least.

Video: extensive damage to Matunuck beach homes

WPRO's Steve Klamkin surveyed the damage to beach cottages on Roy Carpenter's Beach and Mary Carpenter's Cottages in Matunuck. The area was among the hardest hit during Hurricane Sandy.

Looter strikes Coast Guard House, Police step up patrols

Narragansett Police have stepped up patrols near the Coast Guard House in Narragansett after a looter stole from the storm damaged restaurant Monday night.

RI'ers asked to call 211 to report storm damage

Rhode Islanders who have sustained damage to their property or business during super storm Sandy are encouraged to call 211 to report it.

Chafee: RI was spared, South County & East Bay hardest hit

Governor Lincoln Chafee is rejoicing in the aftermath of Sandy saying Rhode Islanders “were spared to a great extent.”

Coast Guard House a 'total loss,' owners vow to rebuild

The co-owners of the iconic Coast Guard House in Narragansett say the restaurant is a total loss but they will rebuild.

National Grid: some people may be without power for 'several days'

National Grid is working to restore power to about 111,000 people however the company says some people may be without power for “several days.”

Sandy clean up causes some transportation delays

Rhode Island Public Transit Authority is back on the job today after suspending services on Monday as a result of the hurricane.

VIDEOS: Storm Aftermath in South County

WPRO's Steve Klamkin reports from the Towers in Narragansett

Flights Remain Cancelled at Green Airport

For travelers, Sandy's aggravation spans globe superstorm now ashore, its work is far from done at least 50 flooded houses destroyed by NYC fire. Throughout East, people in awe of superstorm Sandy

Rhode Island: Emergency Contacts & Information

A simple list of contacts, numbers and links you may need should problems arise for you during Hurricane Sandy.

Hurricane barrier performs 'flawlessly,' Prov. mayor 'cautiously optimistic'

In the capital city of Providence, the hurricane barrier is said to have performed well during the storm sucessfully holding back water.

Photos: Sandy impacts RI

See incredible photos of Hurricane Sandy's impact on Rhode Island, generated by residents of South County, East Greenwich and more.

Tidal surge floods some areas in RI, Sandy downgraded

Sandy has been downgraded from a hurricane as the storm slammed the New Jersey coast. The storm, which is now described as a wintry hybrid, brought a tidal surge to the Rhode Island coast but the extent of the damage has not yet been assessed.

NYC: Superstorm Sandy floods Wall Street, subway

Much of New York was plunged into darkness Monday by a superstorm that overflowed the city's historic waterfront, flooded the financial district and subway tunnels and cut power to nearly a million people.

Waves surge over the ocean wall in Narragansett flooding the area

People in Narragansett have gathered to watch to aggressive storm waves as they surge over the wall.

Warren bridge, large portion of 114 in Barrington closed

The Barrington and Warren Police have closed the Warren Bridge to through traffic because of dangerous high tides.

RI'ers warned to stay home & be prepared as weather worsens

As Rhode Island heads into the height of the storm Rhode Islanders are warned to stay home and off the roadways, make emergency accommodations, and be prepared to be without power.

Video: Waves surge over the seawall in Narragansett

Footage of waves crashing over the seawall in Narragansett. Narration by WPRO's Steve Klamkin.

Interactive: Storm surge explained, details about Sandy's impact

A new interactive provides a roundup of situation reports in affected areas as Hurricane Sandy makes its way toward land. The interactive, which includes a video explainer about the cause and effects of storm surge, will be updated periodically with the latest news and additional information.

Tracking Sandy up the East Coast

An interactive is showing the projected path of Hurricane Sandy, which includes a scientific explainer about the expected formation of the superstorm, has been updated with a sequence of maps showing estimated cumulative rainfall.

National Grid: 'If you are without power, call us'

National Grid will continue to dispatch crews to address area power outages throughout the day until conditions get unsafe for works.

East Providence urges some Riverside residents to move to higher ground

East Providence officials are suggesting people in low lying areas move to higher ground as a tidal surge is expected at high tide.

Food, Shelter or Transportation Issue? Call 211

United Way 2-1-1 in Rhode Island is working closely with federal and state officials to monitor the progress of Hurricane Sandy and help Rhode Islanders prepare for impact on our state. 2-1-1 can be reached from any phone in RI.

Connecticut closes highways, RI'ers asked to stay off the roads

Effective at 1 p.m. on Monday the state of Connecticut will be closing its highways to all passenger and commercial vehicles.

Chafee warns Rhode Islanders to make smart decisions

Rhode Island Officials including Governor Lincoln Chafee, Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, and Senator Jack Reed toured Narragansett Monday to find areas most susceptible to the storm.

Checking in with local communities about the storm 10:30 a.m. MONDAY

WPRO’s Andrew Gobeil checked in with local communities for storm updates. Below are his findings.

Over 10,000 lose power as storm rolls in, some restored

As Rhode Island begins to feel the effects of Sandy 2,679 people are already without power as of 10:15a.m. on Monday.

Hurricane Sandy: The Waves at Beavertail

Beaver Tail, RI 12 hours before hurricane Sandy is projected to hit Rhode Island.

Red Cross app tells friends you are safe, provides area alerts

For those concerned about loved ones in other states or areas during the storm the Red Cross ‘has an app for that.

RIPTA suspends services, Bridges to close if winds reach 60mph

As weather conditions including gale force winds and heavy rains worsen RIPTA will suspend all statewide services by at noon on Monday.

State offices closed, RI braces for unprecedented tidal surge

Governor Lincoln Chafee has ordered all non-essential state offices and agencies closed on Monday as Hurricane Sandy rolls in.

WPRO announces special overnight storm coverage

630WPRO and 99.7 FM is dedicated to helping you and your family weather the storm by getting you all the up to the minute information about what is going on.

RIEMA announces openings of several emergency shelters

The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency has opened the following emergency shelters for Rhode Islanders who need to evacuate thier homes:

Governor declares State of Emergency, warns of tidal surge

Governor Lincoln Chafee has declared a State of Emergency for Rhode Island in the face of Hurricane Sandy.

Mandatory evacuations in Bristol, Westerly, Narragansett, and SK

Bristol, Westerly, South Kingstown, and Narragansett have all ordered major, mandatory evacuations.

Westerly orders evacuations for Misquamicut and low lying areas

Westerly has ordered mandatory evacuations in Misquamicut and areas of Watch Hill, Weekapaug, and Avondale as Hurricane Sandy threatens the coast with tidal surges.

RI Hurricane Evacuation Maps and Information

The Town of Coventry Emergency Management Agency (EMA) in cooperation with all Emergency Response Agencies and Human Services Agencies of the Town of Coventry, continue to prepare for Hurricane Sandy.

Coventry asks for voluntary evacuations of campers and mobile homes

The Town of Coventry Emergency Management Agency (EMA) in cooperation with all Emergency Response Agencies and Human Services Agencies of the Town of Coventry, continue to prepare for Hurricane Sandy.

RI braces for Sandy, storm may be more destructive than Irene

Forecasters are warning Hurricane Sandy will bring potentially destructive weather to Rhode Island, despite an expect landfall on New Jersey's coast.

EMA to Rhode Islanders: Be prepared for Sandy

The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) strongly recommends that all Rhode Islanders continue preparedness efforts for Hurricane Sandy.

Snow, wind, and rain threaten East Coast as Sandy starts to move in

The pre-Halloween hybrid weather monster that federal forecasters call "Frankenstorm" is looking more ominous by the hour for the East Coast, and utilities and local governments are getting ready. (INTERACTIVE INCLUDED)

People with special needs urged to enroll in registry before storm

Rhode Islanders with Special Healthcare Needs Urged to Enroll in Special Needs Registry in Advance of Hurricane Sandy

Hurricane Preparedness Guide From EMA

Hurricanes are formed by a combination of the tropical ocean and the atmosphere.

Personal Emergency Kit Checklist

After an emergency or disaster strikes, support and resources may not be available right away. Every home needs an emergency kit with a three-day (72 hours) supply of food, water, and other basic needs.

Pests cause threat to home, people during storm & clean up

As Rhode Islanders gear up for what is expected to be a monster of a storm next week there is one threat that many people may have forgot about; pests.

It's alive: East Coast braces for Monster 'Frankenstorm'

The pre-Halloween hybrid weather monster that federal forecasters call "Frankenstorm" is looking more ominous by the hour for the East Coast, and utilities and local governments are getting ready. (INTERACTIVE INCLUDED)

National Grid prepared to take on "frankenstorm"

National Grid is taking extra precautions to keep the power on in Rhode Island as the state prepares for what forecasters are describing as “Frankenstorm” which is expected to hit Rhode Island on Tuesday.