Extreme thunderstorms in Massachusetts knock down timber, energy strains: ‘Move to an interior room on the lowest floor’

Extreme thunderstorms have been pulling down timber and energy strains throughout the area Friday afternoon.

The Nationwide Climate Service’s Boston workplace had issued a “Severe Thunderstorm Warning” for the Boston-area, because the storms introduced 60 mph wind gusts and torrential rain.

“Several reports of downed trees and powerlines have been reported between 125 and 130 PM in the towns of Cambridge, Arlington and Medford,” NWS wrote.

“Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees,” the company added.