Henri: Afternoon Report

Sure, it looks okay to venture out.

We’ve been cooped up all morning, watching with increasing confidence as Tropical Storm Henri leaves us alone, battering eastern New England instead.

But a large branch pierced Sara Kelly’s roof, off Long Lots Road.

The most recent weather report shows potential for rain around 3 p.m. Winds will be strongest then too.

Meanwhile, the downtown flood gates — and the less-than-expected storm surge — appear to be keeping Main Street stores safe.

(Photo/Eric Bosch)

At Compo, at least one swimmer was undeterred by the storm, or the lack of lifeguards:

(Photo/Andrew Colabella)