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Here's When To Expect Heaviest Rainfall From Potent New Storm System
A steamy setup across the Northeast is about to deliver its biggest punch, with the timing becoming increasingly important for commuters and anyone with outdoor plans.
The heaviest localized rainfall is expected from Friday afternoon and evening, Aug. 7, into Saturday, Aug. 8, as slow-moving thunderstorms tap into abundant moisture across the region, according to the National Weather Service.
AccuWeather says Friday's strongest storms could affect a heavily populated corridor that includes New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, DC.
Flash flooding and damaging wind gu…
Torrential Rain, 70 MPH Gusts Main Threats As Severe Storm Shifts Toward Northeast
A steamy, unsettled pattern is setting the stage for a more concentrated round of dangerous weather across the Northeast.
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Scattered storms will remain possible into Thursday evening, Aug. 6, but attention is shifting to Friday, Aug. 7, when stronger thunderstorms could affect a heavily populated corridor from Washington, DC, and Baltimore through Philadelphia and New York City.
The main dangers will be damaging wind gusts, torrential rain, frequent lightning, and localized flash flooding, a…