MARSHFIELD, Mass. — Marshfield emergency officials have been reaching out to residents to make sure they are ready for this major weather event. The town is bracing for some big snow and two tide cycles that could cause problems.
A major winter storm is on the way and people are taking this one seriously. We spotted lines of drivers lining up for gas out onto the road.
“We are topping off. We are from Rochester NY and we came here to be with our daughter in case she loses power,” said one driver.
People were topping off their cars and gas cans. The storm predictions are staggering. Marshfield Town Administrator Mike Maresco says his team has been sorting out plans for days.
“It’s an enormous challenge. People will be working around the clock to make sure our residents are safe and protected,” said Maresco.
The town says this storm comes with so many variables. “A combination of the water, wind, and sheer amount of the snow. It’s a lot to contend with,” said Maresco.
One section of the seawall is currently under construction. Fire Chief Jeff Simpson says the contractor had to reinforce the area to help deal with this storm. “They had to brace everything in place so it does the job it is supposed to do if we do have the significant surge and wave action,” said Simpson.
Marshfield Police Chief Phil Tavares is urging people to stay away from the coastline. Scenes like this in previous storms can wash away cars and cause treacherous roads.
“With the amount of water that comes over the seawalls, the waves throw rocks, large rocks and people are down there watching. It’s just really dangerous conditions,” said Chief Tavares.
Marshfield Harbormaster Mike DiMeo is hoping the winds cooperate.
“If the winds do turn back northeast it’s going to be much more significant as far as property damage, damage to seawalls, coastal erosion, much more flooding. Much more an impact,” said DiMeo.