Newtown's Hazardous Weather Outlook Details Updated for Thursday

Some areas of Connecticut saw some storms and rain move through early this morning and a possible act two is on its way later today.

The National Weather Service has continued its “Hazardous Weather Outlook” for much of the state as more thunderstorms and rain are possible later this afternoon and evening hours.

It appears that the areas most likely to receive the strongest storms are in northern Connecticut, specifically Hartford and Tolland counties.

The rest of the state may also see some showers and thunderstorms this afternoon too but it will be more isolated in nature.

In between the chance for showers and thunderstorms it will be mostly cloudy with temps in the mid 80s for southern Connecticut and near 90 degrees in northern Connecticut.

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Here’s a breakdown of the updated forecast for Thursday via the National Weather Service:

Fairfield and New Haven counties:

A few thunderstorms late today into this evening may produce strong wind gusts.

The showers and storms are forecast to occur after 2 p.m. and a chance for some unsettled weather continues until around midnight. The chance for thunderstorms is around 30-40 percent this afternoon and evening.

Hartford and Tolland counties:

Severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon. A line of thunderstorms may produce damaging winds, localized flooding from torrential rainfall and frequent lightning, the National Weather Service states in a Special Weather statement. A tornado is also possible, the weather service cautions.

The area of greatest concern for severe weather is from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

“If you have outdoor plans...stay aware and pay attention to the latest updates….,” the National Weather Service states.

Middlesex and New London counties:

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible after 1-3 p.m. and could occur up until midnight. Chance for some showers and storms are 30-40 percent.

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