Marine Weather and Tide Forecast for Wareham Center, MA
April 28, 2024 3:12 PM EDT (19:12 UTC) Change Location
 | Sunrise 5:41 AM Sunset 7:40 PM Moonrise 12:00 AM Moonset 8:25 AM |
ANZ234 Buzzards Bay- 103 Pm Edt Sun Apr 28 2024
This afternoon - SW winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt. Seas around 2 ft. Wave detail: sw 2 ft at 4 seconds and se 1 ft at 9 seconds.
Tonight - SW winds 10 to 15 kt, becoming W 5 to 10 kt after midnight. Seas around 2 ft. Wave detail: sw 2 ft at 4 seconds and se 1 ft at 9 seconds. A chance of showers in the evening. Patchy fog after midnight. Vsby 1 to 3 nm, decreasing to 1 nm or less after midnight.
Mon - N winds 5 to 10 kt, becoming ne in the afternoon. Gusts up to 20 kt. Seas around 2 ft. Wave detail: nw 1 ft at 4 seconds and E 1 ft at 10 seconds.
Mon night - SE winds 5 to 10 kt, becoming W after midnight. Seas around 2 ft in the evening, then 1 foot or less. Wave detail: ne 1 ft at 4 seconds and sw 1 ft at 5 seconds, becoming sw 1 ft at 5 seconds and E 1 ft at 8 seconds.
Tue and Tue night - E winds 5 to 10 kt. Seas 1 foot or less. Wave detail: se 1 ft at 6 seconds and E 1 ft at 9 seconds. A chance of rain.
Wed - E winds around 10 kt. Seas 1 foot or less. Wave detail: E 1 ft at 4 seconds and E 1 ft at 8 seconds. A chance of rain.
Wed night through Thu night - SW winds 5 to 10 kt. Seas 1 foot or less.
seas are reported as significant wave height, which is the average of the highest third of the waves. Individual wave heights may be more than twice the significant wave height.
seas are reported as significant wave height, which is the average of the highest third of the waves. Individual wave heights may be more than twice the significant wave height.
ANZ200 103 Pm Edt Sun Apr 28 2024
Synopsis for massachusetts and rhode island coastal waters - High pres moves further offshore today. A cold front will drop south across northern new eng tonight and move into the waters Monday, then stall to the west Mon night and Tue. Low pres tracks south of new eng Tue night into Wed, then high pres will follow for Thu and Fri.
Area Discussion for - Boston, MA
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Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 142 PM EDT Sun Apr 28 2024
SYNOPSIS
Warm but unsettled conditions today with a few chances of widely scattered showers through early Monday. Mainly dry and warm temperatures on tap for Monday, except it's considerably cooler along portions of the immediate coast. A backdoor cold front will bring cooler temperatures Tuesday and Wednesday before it warms up again by late in the week. The greatest risk for a period of showers will be later Tuesday into Wednesday.
Next period of unsettled weather arrives around Saturday.
NEAR TERM /UNTIL 6 PM THIS EVENING/
9 AM Update...
Variable cloud cover exists across the region this morning ranging from clearing skies out in northwestern MA to overcast ceilings at just 1000ft in several areas, leading to a slow start to daytime heating. Most localities remain in the mid 40s to low 50s at this hour, but sunnier skies developing late this morning and early afternoon will lead to quick jump in temps into the mid 60s and low 70s. As mentioned by the previous forecaster, will continue to monitor the chance for scattered showers this afternoon and again late tonight.
Previous Update...
Numerous showers across southern New England into northern New York early this morning, in northern New York there is enough instability for rumbles of thunder. These showers are associated with a warm front that is slowly making its way across the northeast states. Would not be shocked if a couple make it to western Massachusetts or northwestern Connecticut. Otherwise, showers east of the CT River will diminish shortly after sunrise.
Surface high pressure which gave us wonderful conditions over the past couple of days is shifting south along with surface pressure falls. Today features more clouds than sunshine. WAA increases PWATs across southern New England, well above an inch in most cases.
Aloft, mid-level ridge with pulses of energy provides enough lift to keep the clouds about and a few hit-and-miss showers. An isolated rumble of thunder is not out of the question for areas furtherest north and west where a some breaks in the clouds may allow for a few hundreds units of CAPE. Window for these showers are between 22z and 03z, does look to be more sct'd in nature. Will say there are some discrepancies in the CAMs this morning, most notably the ARW, which shows more widespread light to moderate rains with potential for embedded thunder into southern Connecticut.
Given higher PWATs, higher humidity is on tap today, dewpoints are increasing through the 40s and 50s. This is most noticeable since the previous two days have featured dewpoints in the 20s and 30s. Highs this afternoon climb into the upper 60s and lower 70s away from the coast. Perhaps a few mid 70s in the mid CT River Valley. The coastal plain, areas south of Boston to Providence area in the mid 60s. The immediate south coast will be the coolest do to the onshore winds, from the southwest, keep temperatures in the mid 50s to 60 degrees.
SHORT TERM /6 PM THIS EVENING THROUGH 6 PM MONDAY/
A mild night ahead, many locations are in the lower and mid 50s, at the coast temperatures are slightly cooler in the upper 40s and low 50s. Deep southwest flow and overcast sky cover helps maintain these temperatures. Any lingering showers exit the region between 03z and 06z. Do think there will be areas of coastal fog that develops, many VSBY guidance show potential of widespread fog and/or low stratus. A wind shift to the north-northwest around dawn should help to advect lower dewpoints, this should help to cut down on the duration of the fog. That said, a later shift in the wind could prolong the fog across southeast Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Clouds to start Monday, mid-level ridging is nearly over New England by afternoon should promote cloud cover to gradually thin. Otherwise a warm afternoon away from the coast. While coastal towns are in the upper 50s and lower 60s, just a few miles inland temperatures quickly climb into the 70s! Further inland, mid and upper 70s are a good possibility. In fact, NBM has 20-30 percent probabilities of 80F across the lower CT River Valley, Springfield to Hartford. What will be tricky, how far inland does the sea breeze make it. If the guidance shows the sea breeze to be a bit strong it could mean the forecast highs will need to be lowered. In addition, if clouds remain stubborn and don't thin out enough, it could lead to cooler temperatures as well. Something to keep in mind heading into Monday.
LONG TERM /MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY/
Key Points...
* Periodic rain chances through the week, first late Tue/Wed then again on Friday.
* After a warm start to the week temps cool Tue/Wed before warming back up late week.
Details...
Tuesday and Wednesday...
Tuesday a weak surface low pressure moves into SNE and this in conjunction with the high to the north will push a backdoor cold front through the region taking those 70s we enjoyed on Monday out of the forecast for two days. Highs will be limited to the 60s (inland) and 50s (along the coast) each day. A mid level shortwave moves out of the Great Lakes Tuesday night bringing a round of light rain to the region overnight into Wednesday. The best forcing from divergence at 300 mb and upslope orographics will place the bullseye for the largest rainfall totals over northern/central MA and areas further to our north and west.
Thursday through Saturday...
Mid level ridging then builds in for the latter half of the week leading to a warming airmass (highs back into the 70s!) and dry weather. The trend in the guidance over the last 24 hours has been to slow the advancement of our next disturbance, now looking more likely to bring unsettled weather for sometime over the weekend but as early as Friday night. GEFS ensemble guidance is more excited about the possibility of measurable rain Friday night than the EPS; for now sticking with a blend and low POPs.
AVIATION /18Z SUNDAY THROUGH THURSDAY/
Forecast Confidence Levels:
Low - less than 30 percent.
Moderate - 30 to 60 percent.
High - greater than 60 percent.
18Z Update...
Through tonight... Moderate confidence in fog formation
Scattered showers and an isolated rumble of thunder possible this evening, between 22-03Z. Generally VFR conditions through 03Z with low end VFR to MVFR cigs developing behind departing showers away from the Cape and Islands. IFR with localized LIFR likely as fog forms on the Cape/MVY/ACK after 06Z tonight.
Winds SW becoming NW overnight. Gusts to 15kt possible through early evening, generally less than 10kt thereafter.
Tomorrow... High Confidence in Trends
MVFR/IFR may persist through ~15/16Z but will eventually improve to VFR at all terminals by mid day. Winds NW across the interior but a seabreeze will develop along the coast, from the E/ESE along the eastern MA coast and from the ESE/SE around Narragansett Bay. Winds around 10kt expected.
Tomorrow Night..
Mainly VFR with localized MVFR in widely scattered shower activity. Winds generally light and variable in direction.
KBOS TAF...High confidence in TAF.
VFR to MVFR behind scattered showers this evening, between 23-03Z. Expecting fog to stay well south of the terminal as the winds shift from the SW to the NW overnight. Seabreeze tomorrow with NE winds by 13Z and ESE winds by 16Z. VFR redevelops quickly tomorrow morning.
KBDL TAF...High confidence in TAF. Scattered showers this evening between 22Z and 03Z, an isolated rumble of thunder is possible but confidence is much too low to include in the TAF.
Winds SW becoming NW overnight and maintaining direction through Monday. VFR through the period with a chance for MVFR late Monday evening.
Outlook /Monday Night through Thursday/...
Tuesday: Mainly MVFR, with areas VFR possible. Chance RA.
Tuesday Night: Mainly MVFR, with local IFR possible. Chance RA.
Wednesday: Mainly VFR, with local IFR possible. Chance RA.
Wednesday Night: Mainly VFR, with local MVFR possible.
Thursday: VFR.
MARINE
Forecaster Confidence Levels:
Low - less than 30 percent.
Medium - 30 to 60 percent.
High - greater than 60 percent.
Through Monday... High confidence.
Generally tranquil boating conditions expected through Sunday outside of a few rounds of widely scattered showers overnight tonight and tomorrow evening. Onshore breeze across the eastern waters will subside quickly this evening giving way to primarily south/southwest winds for Sunday. Some patchy fog possible Sunday night into early Monday morning. Dry conditions with mix of clouds Monday afternoon along with northerly winds 10 to 15 knots. Seas mainly 3ft or less all waters.
Outlook /Monday Night through Thursday/...
Monday: Winds less than 25 kt.
Monday Night: Winds less than 25 kt. Slight chance of rain.
Tuesday through Wednesday: Winds less than 25 kt. Chance of rain.
Wednesday Night through Thursday: Winds less than 25 kt.
BOX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES
CT...None.
MA...None.
RI...None.
MARINE...None.
Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 142 PM EDT Sun Apr 28 2024
SYNOPSIS
Warm but unsettled conditions today with a few chances of widely scattered showers through early Monday. Mainly dry and warm temperatures on tap for Monday, except it's considerably cooler along portions of the immediate coast. A backdoor cold front will bring cooler temperatures Tuesday and Wednesday before it warms up again by late in the week. The greatest risk for a period of showers will be later Tuesday into Wednesday.
Next period of unsettled weather arrives around Saturday.
NEAR TERM /UNTIL 6 PM THIS EVENING/
9 AM Update...
Variable cloud cover exists across the region this morning ranging from clearing skies out in northwestern MA to overcast ceilings at just 1000ft in several areas, leading to a slow start to daytime heating. Most localities remain in the mid 40s to low 50s at this hour, but sunnier skies developing late this morning and early afternoon will lead to quick jump in temps into the mid 60s and low 70s. As mentioned by the previous forecaster, will continue to monitor the chance for scattered showers this afternoon and again late tonight.
Previous Update...
Numerous showers across southern New England into northern New York early this morning, in northern New York there is enough instability for rumbles of thunder. These showers are associated with a warm front that is slowly making its way across the northeast states. Would not be shocked if a couple make it to western Massachusetts or northwestern Connecticut. Otherwise, showers east of the CT River will diminish shortly after sunrise.
Surface high pressure which gave us wonderful conditions over the past couple of days is shifting south along with surface pressure falls. Today features more clouds than sunshine. WAA increases PWATs across southern New England, well above an inch in most cases.
Aloft, mid-level ridge with pulses of energy provides enough lift to keep the clouds about and a few hit-and-miss showers. An isolated rumble of thunder is not out of the question for areas furtherest north and west where a some breaks in the clouds may allow for a few hundreds units of CAPE. Window for these showers are between 22z and 03z, does look to be more sct'd in nature. Will say there are some discrepancies in the CAMs this morning, most notably the ARW, which shows more widespread light to moderate rains with potential for embedded thunder into southern Connecticut.
Given higher PWATs, higher humidity is on tap today, dewpoints are increasing through the 40s and 50s. This is most noticeable since the previous two days have featured dewpoints in the 20s and 30s. Highs this afternoon climb into the upper 60s and lower 70s away from the coast. Perhaps a few mid 70s in the mid CT River Valley. The coastal plain, areas south of Boston to Providence area in the mid 60s. The immediate south coast will be the coolest do to the onshore winds, from the southwest, keep temperatures in the mid 50s to 60 degrees.
SHORT TERM /6 PM THIS EVENING THROUGH 6 PM MONDAY/
A mild night ahead, many locations are in the lower and mid 50s, at the coast temperatures are slightly cooler in the upper 40s and low 50s. Deep southwest flow and overcast sky cover helps maintain these temperatures. Any lingering showers exit the region between 03z and 06z. Do think there will be areas of coastal fog that develops, many VSBY guidance show potential of widespread fog and/or low stratus. A wind shift to the north-northwest around dawn should help to advect lower dewpoints, this should help to cut down on the duration of the fog. That said, a later shift in the wind could prolong the fog across southeast Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Clouds to start Monday, mid-level ridging is nearly over New England by afternoon should promote cloud cover to gradually thin. Otherwise a warm afternoon away from the coast. While coastal towns are in the upper 50s and lower 60s, just a few miles inland temperatures quickly climb into the 70s! Further inland, mid and upper 70s are a good possibility. In fact, NBM has 20-30 percent probabilities of 80F across the lower CT River Valley, Springfield to Hartford. What will be tricky, how far inland does the sea breeze make it. If the guidance shows the sea breeze to be a bit strong it could mean the forecast highs will need to be lowered. In addition, if clouds remain stubborn and don't thin out enough, it could lead to cooler temperatures as well. Something to keep in mind heading into Monday.
LONG TERM /MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY/
Key Points...
* Periodic rain chances through the week, first late Tue/Wed then again on Friday.
* After a warm start to the week temps cool Tue/Wed before warming back up late week.
Details...
Tuesday and Wednesday...
Tuesday a weak surface low pressure moves into SNE and this in conjunction with the high to the north will push a backdoor cold front through the region taking those 70s we enjoyed on Monday out of the forecast for two days. Highs will be limited to the 60s (inland) and 50s (along the coast) each day. A mid level shortwave moves out of the Great Lakes Tuesday night bringing a round of light rain to the region overnight into Wednesday. The best forcing from divergence at 300 mb and upslope orographics will place the bullseye for the largest rainfall totals over northern/central MA and areas further to our north and west.
Thursday through Saturday...
Mid level ridging then builds in for the latter half of the week leading to a warming airmass (highs back into the 70s!) and dry weather. The trend in the guidance over the last 24 hours has been to slow the advancement of our next disturbance, now looking more likely to bring unsettled weather for sometime over the weekend but as early as Friday night. GEFS ensemble guidance is more excited about the possibility of measurable rain Friday night than the EPS; for now sticking with a blend and low POPs.
AVIATION /18Z SUNDAY THROUGH THURSDAY/
Forecast Confidence Levels:
Low - less than 30 percent.
Moderate - 30 to 60 percent.
High - greater than 60 percent.
18Z Update...
Through tonight... Moderate confidence in fog formation
Scattered showers and an isolated rumble of thunder possible this evening, between 22-03Z. Generally VFR conditions through 03Z with low end VFR to MVFR cigs developing behind departing showers away from the Cape and Islands. IFR with localized LIFR likely as fog forms on the Cape/MVY/ACK after 06Z tonight.
Winds SW becoming NW overnight. Gusts to 15kt possible through early evening, generally less than 10kt thereafter.
Tomorrow... High Confidence in Trends
MVFR/IFR may persist through ~15/16Z but will eventually improve to VFR at all terminals by mid day. Winds NW across the interior but a seabreeze will develop along the coast, from the E/ESE along the eastern MA coast and from the ESE/SE around Narragansett Bay. Winds around 10kt expected.
Tomorrow Night..
Mainly VFR with localized MVFR in widely scattered shower activity. Winds generally light and variable in direction.
KBOS TAF...High confidence in TAF.
VFR to MVFR behind scattered showers this evening, between 23-03Z. Expecting fog to stay well south of the terminal as the winds shift from the SW to the NW overnight. Seabreeze tomorrow with NE winds by 13Z and ESE winds by 16Z. VFR redevelops quickly tomorrow morning.
KBDL TAF...High confidence in TAF. Scattered showers this evening between 22Z and 03Z, an isolated rumble of thunder is possible but confidence is much too low to include in the TAF.
Winds SW becoming NW overnight and maintaining direction through Monday. VFR through the period with a chance for MVFR late Monday evening.
Outlook /Monday Night through Thursday/...
Tuesday: Mainly MVFR, with areas VFR possible. Chance RA.
Tuesday Night: Mainly MVFR, with local IFR possible. Chance RA.
Wednesday: Mainly VFR, with local IFR possible. Chance RA.
Wednesday Night: Mainly VFR, with local MVFR possible.
Thursday: VFR.
MARINE
Forecaster Confidence Levels:
Low - less than 30 percent.
Medium - 30 to 60 percent.
High - greater than 60 percent.
Through Monday... High confidence.
Generally tranquil boating conditions expected through Sunday outside of a few rounds of widely scattered showers overnight tonight and tomorrow evening. Onshore breeze across the eastern waters will subside quickly this evening giving way to primarily south/southwest winds for Sunday. Some patchy fog possible Sunday night into early Monday morning. Dry conditions with mix of clouds Monday afternoon along with northerly winds 10 to 15 knots. Seas mainly 3ft or less all waters.
Outlook /Monday Night through Thursday/...
Monday: Winds less than 25 kt.
Monday Night: Winds less than 25 kt. Slight chance of rain.
Tuesday through Wednesday: Winds less than 25 kt. Chance of rain.
Wednesday Night through Thursday: Winds less than 25 kt.
BOX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES
CT...None.
MA...None.
RI...None.
MARINE...None.
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Airport Reports
EDIT (hide/show) Help Click EDIT to display multiple airports. Follow links for more data.| Airport | Dist | Age | Wind kt | Vis | Sky | Weather | Temp | DewPt | RH | inHg |
| KFMH CAPE COD COAST GUARD AIR STATION,MA | 11 sm | 27 min | SSW 12 | 10 sm | Overcast | 54°F | 48°F | 82% | 30.13 | |
| KPYM PLYMOUTH MUNI,MA | 12 sm | 20 min | SW 11G20 | 10 sm | Clear | 61°F | 46°F | 59% | 30.07 | |
| KEWB NEW BEDFORD RGNL,MA | 14 sm | 19 min | S 08 | 10 sm | Overcast | 57°F | 48°F | 72% | 30.10 | |
| KTAN TAUNTON MUNI KING FIELD,MA | 19 sm | 20 min | WSW 07G15 | 10 sm | Clear | 61°F | 48°F | 63% | 30.08 | |
| KHYA BARNSTABLE MUNIBOARDMAN/POLANDO FIELD,MA | 23 sm | 16 min | SSW 11G20 | 7 sm | Overcast | 50°F | 45°F | 82% | 30.09 | |
| KMVY MARTHA'S VINEYARD,MA | 24 sm | 19 min | SSW 10 | 10 sm | Overcast | 52°F | 46°F | 82% | 30.12 |
Tide / Current for Great Hill, Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts
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Great Hill
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Sun -- 05:01 AM EDT 0.10 feet Low Tide
Sun -- 05:42 AM EDT Sunrise
Sun -- 08:25 AM EDT Moonset
Sun -- 11:53 AM EDT 3.30 feet High Tide
Sun -- 04:59 PM EDT 0.21 feet Low Tide
Sun -- 07:38 PM EDT Sunset
Tide / Current data from XTide NOT FOR NAVIGATION
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Sun -- 05:01 AM EDT 0.10 feet Low Tide
Sun -- 05:42 AM EDT Sunrise
Sun -- 08:25 AM EDT Moonset
Sun -- 11:53 AM EDT 3.30 feet High Tide
Sun -- 04:59 PM EDT 0.21 feet Low Tide
Sun -- 07:38 PM EDT Sunset
Tide / Current data from XTide NOT FOR NAVIGATION
Great Hill, Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts, Tide feet
| 12 am |
| 4.2 |
| 1 am |
| 3.5 |
| 2 am |
| 2.4 |
| 3 am |
| 1.2 |
| 4 am |
| 0.4 |
| 5 am |
| 0.1 |
| 6 am |
| 0.3 |
| 7 am |
| 0.8 |
| 8 am |
| 1.4 |
| 9 am |
| 2.1 |
| 10 am |
| 2.7 |
| 11 am |
| 3.1 |
| 12 pm |
| 3.3 |
| 1 pm |
| 3 |
| 2 pm |
| 2.2 |
| 3 pm |
| 1.3 |
| 4 pm |
| 0.5 |
| 5 pm |
| 0.2 |
| 6 pm |
| 0.5 |
| 7 pm |
| 1.1 |
| 8 pm |
| 1.8 |
| 9 pm |
| 2.6 |
| 10 pm |
| 3.2 |
| 11 pm |
| 3.8 |
Cape Cod Canal
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Sun -- 12:45 AM EDT -0.02 knots Slack
Sun -- 04:02 AM EDT -4.27 knots Max Ebb
Sun -- 05:42 AM EDT Sunrise
Sun -- 06:59 AM EDT 0.19 knots Slack
Sun -- 08:24 AM EDT Moonset
Sun -- 10:04 AM EDT 4.12 knots Max Flood
Sun -- 01:38 PM EDT -0.17 knots Slack
Sun -- 04:33 PM EDT -3.92 knots Max Ebb
Sun -- 07:24 PM EDT 0.18 knots Slack
Sun -- 07:38 PM EDT Sunset
Sun -- 10:17 PM EDT 3.70 knots Max Flood
Tide / Current data from XTide NOT FOR NAVIGATION
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Sun -- 12:45 AM EDT -0.02 knots Slack
Sun -- 04:02 AM EDT -4.27 knots Max Ebb
Sun -- 05:42 AM EDT Sunrise
Sun -- 06:59 AM EDT 0.19 knots Slack
Sun -- 08:24 AM EDT Moonset
Sun -- 10:04 AM EDT 4.12 knots Max Flood
Sun -- 01:38 PM EDT -0.17 knots Slack
Sun -- 04:33 PM EDT -3.92 knots Max Ebb
Sun -- 07:24 PM EDT 0.18 knots Slack
Sun -- 07:38 PM EDT Sunset
Sun -- 10:17 PM EDT 3.70 knots Max Flood
Tide / Current data from XTide NOT FOR NAVIGATION
Cape Cod Canal, Massachusetts Current, knots
| 12 am |
| 2.2 |
| 1 am |
| -1.3 |
| 2 am |
| -3 |
| 3 am |
| -3.9 |
| 4 am |
| -4.3 |
| 5 am |
| -4 |
| 6 am |
| -2.9 |
| 7 am |
| 0.2 |
| 8 am |
| 2.9 |
| 9 am |
| 3.8 |
| 10 am |
| 4.1 |
| 11 am |
| 3.9 |
| 12 pm |
| 3.2 |
| 1 pm |
| 2.1 |
| 2 pm |
| -1.6 |
| 3 pm |
| -3.1 |
| 4 pm |
| -3.8 |
| 5 pm |
| -3.9 |
| 6 pm |
| -3.2 |
| 7 pm |
| -1.8 |
| 8 pm |
| 2.1 |
| 9 pm |
| 3.2 |
| 10 pm |
| 3.7 |
| 11 pm |
| 3.6 |
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