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Heavy Rain, Flooding, Thunderstorms in Burlington Through Weekend

There could be periodic torrential downpours, according to forecasters.

Photo: Flooding on Route 117 at the Waltham/Weston line Friday morning, photo by Alexander Grabau

It looks like Andover is in for a lot of rain this weekend, and next week, is looking worse.

The National Weather Service issued a “hazardous weather outlook” statement for the area that indicates that the rain will strengthen Saturday through Thursday.

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There will be a moderate risk of heavy rain and poor drainage flooding with showers and thunderstorms on Saturday, with an isolated severe thunderstorm possible.

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The risk continues, says NWS, of showers and thunderstorms Sunday through Tuesday.

Drivers are urged to avoid driving in floods.

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