Port Alert

RI / Southern Massachusetts

February 22, 2026

Notices

Good Afternoon

After reviewing the current forecast of heavy snow, strong winds and whiteout conditions the following tentative Pilot station openings are being planned;

Point Judith Pilot Station: 18:00 Monday 23 Feb.

Brenton Reef Pilot Station: 18:00 Monday 23 Feb.

Sandwich Pilot Station: 00:01 Tuesday 24 Feb. 

Re-opening times will be confirmed Monday 1200 and may be subject to change. 

Regards, 

Capt. Christopher Murray

Executive Director Northeast Marine Pilots

Rotation Administrator, Block Island Pilots

Disclaimer: For quality assurance purposes please note well that while the information contained in this website is regularly vetted for accuracy it is not intended to replace the local knowledge or expertise pertaining to port conditions of our marine operations personnel.

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