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Hazardous MA Weather: Thunderstorms, Flooding Possible
Two weather statements have been issued by the NWS as the storm ramps up throughout the day.
Thunderstorms may develop during today's intensifying rainstorm, making for heavier downpours and enhancing the odds of flooding, the National Weather Service said Wednesday morning. The rains are moving in across Central and Eastern Massachusetts, peaking this afternoon and evening, when the commute home is expected to get soaked.
A hazardous weather outlook and special weather statement have been issued for most of Massachusetts. The NWS said a flood advisory may be needed as the storm persists.
The risk for flooding could be highest in the early evening, so commuters should be keeping an eye on weather developments. This is what the radar is expected to look like during the late afternoon:
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[Evening Rush Hour: Approximate Radar Late This Afternoon] Heavy rain and isolated thunderstorms may impact the evening rush hour, especially along the Boston to Providence corridor. Expect a slower than normal commute with some poor drainage street flooding possible. pic.twitter.com/FGiWvICmDr
— NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) April 25, 2018
Wednesday morning saw mostly showers across the state. When it's all said and done, between 1-2 inches of rain is expected to have fallen, with the highest amounts in Southeastern Mass. and the Cape.
[Soaking Rain Today] Widespread rain today with the heaviest occurring this afternoon and early this evening. This may result in brief poor drainage street flooding and an isolated thunderstorm or two is also possible. Highs will be held in the 50s. pic.twitter.com/CUgUPGLb6q
— NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) April 25, 2018
Temperatures during the storm are expected to remain above 50 degrees. In just one week, Massachusetts may climb up to 80 for the first time this year.
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Image via NWS radar
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