Thunderstorms, Rain Hammer CT As 'Excessive Heat Watch' Issued

CONNECTICUT — Severe thunderstorms, torrential downpours and flash flooding hammered Connecticut on Wednesday causing slippery travel across the state. A teenager was rescued from fast-moving water by officials in Hartford. Two houses in Fairfield were struck by lightning.

Already an Excessive Heat Watch has been issued for Southern Connecticut from Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch will expire for Southern Connecticut at 10 p.m. Wednesday. A Flash Flood Watch is in effect until 10 p.m. for Southern Connecticut.

A Flood Advisory is in effect for Fairfield and New Haven counties until 11:30 p.m. "At 824 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This will cause urban and small stream flooding in the advisory area. 1 to 2 inches has already fallen in the area, with an additional 1 inch possible."

Some locations that will experience flooding include...Bridgeport, New Haven, Stamford, Norwalk, Danbury, White Plains, Milford, Shelton, Port Chester, New Canaan, Mount Kisco, Newtown,
Fairfield, Greenwich and Hamden.

A dramatic rescue occurred Wednesday as a 14-year-old child was saved after being caught up in flood waters in Hartford at Pope Park.

See related: 2 Houses Struck By Lightning In Fairfield

For Northern Connecticut, "There is the risk of showers and scattered thunderstorms with embedded heavy downpours overnight. Rainfall rates potentially of 1 to 2 inches per hour could lead to localized flooding of urban and poor drainage areas."

Friday through Sunday Major Heat Concerns for Northern Connecticut

Increasing heat and humidity with the hottest conditions on Saturday. Much of the interior could have a heat index around 95F to 100F Friday and Sunday, and a heat index of 100F up to 110F on Saturday. A heat advisory would be issued for expected one-day heat indices of
100F to 104F, or two-day heat indices of 95F to 99F. Excessive heat warnings for expected one-day heat indices of 105F or higher.

Details On Excessive Heat Watch For Southern Connecticut

HEAT INDEX VALUES...Up to 109 due to temperatures in the upper 90s, and dewpoints in the mid 70s.

TIMING...12 pm Saturday through 10 pm.

IMPACTS...Extreme heat can cause illness and death among at-risk population who cannot stay cool. The excessive heat may quickly cause heat stress or heat stroke.

"An Excessive Heat Watch means that the combination of heat and humidity could create a dangerous situation in which heat illnesses are possible. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible, and drink plenty of water.

Seniors and those with chronic health problems or mental health conditions are at increased risk. Homes without air conditioning can be much hotter than outdoors.

Use air conditioning to stay cool at home or go to a place that has air conditioning. Check on vulnerable friends, family members and neighbors. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! In cases of heat stroke call 9 1 1."

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