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Heavy Storms, Strong Winds Moving Through Bridgeport Area

FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — A batch of severe thunderstorms is moving across Fairfield County on late Wednesday afternoon, bringing heavy rain and strong wind to the area.

Dark clouds bring heavy rain to the Norwalk area late Wednesday afternoon.

Dark clouds bring heavy rain to the Norwalk area late Wednesday afternoon.

Photo Credit: Karen Tensa

The National Weather Service said a storm was moving east at 45 mph with winds in excess of 30 mph after 4 p.m. Pea-size hail are possible with the storm, the weather service said.

The chance for showers and thunderstorms will continue through 9 p.m., followed by a slight chance of showers until 11 p.m.

The storms will usher in much cooler temperatures and lower humidity. Overnight lows may drop into the 50s, and Thursday's high temperature will be in the low 70s under sunny skies. The nice weather should continue into Friday. 

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