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Old 08-25-2011, 12:12 PM   #3
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Originally Posted by JohnR View Post
I agree, but historical models of 38 had lots of storm surge in the bay because the water couldn't get out.

I am so glad I didn't buy on Conimicut Point
It's actually because of the funnelling effect of the bay (less room for the water as you go North into the Bay). The same reason why the tidal range is higher in Providence than Newport

Bryan

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