Norwalk Weather: Heavy Winds, Rain Tonight

FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — Fairfield County is forecast to see wind gusts of up to 60 mph and rain throughout Wednesday evening and night.

Heavy rain and winds are forecast to hit Fairfield County by Wednesday afternoon.
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by Alissa Smith

01/30/2013 5:00 a.m.

A high wind watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for the area through early Thursday. Sustained winds will be 25 to 35 mph.

The strong winds will be accompanied by rain and possibly a thunderstorm. The rain is likely to start in the morning Wednesday and last throughout the day.

Residents are warned to move unsecured items left outside and stay inside during the periods of high winds as they could bring down trees, branches and power lines. Power outages are possible.

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