Massachusetts, particularly Cape Cod and Nantucket, bore the brunt of the nor'easter. Reportedly, wind gusts approached on Cape Cod and, offshore, waves reached . At Walpole, wind gusts peaked at , while on Nantucket gusts of were reported. The winds left 30,000 electric customers without power during the storm, primarily in the eastern part of the state. Power was out for some as long as 48 hours. Property damage was widespread and many trees, signs, and billboards were blown down. A large tent used by the New England Patriots was ripped and blown off its foundation. The winds also spread a deadly house fire in North Attleboro. Although not directly related to the storm, it caused seven fatalities. Because tides were low, little coastal flooding occurred. Outside the Prudential Tower Center in Boston, the storm toppled a Christmas tree. Rainfall of was recorded throughout the eastern part of the state, contributing to heavy runoff that washed away a section of a highway. Total damage in Massachusetts was estimated at about $5 million.