Flash Flooding Possible In Parts Of Mid-Hudson Valley Wednesday

A flash flood watch is in effect all for eastern Ulster County and Dutchess County through Thursday morning. The National Weather Service said additional showers and thunderstorms are expected Wednesday evening into Thursday morning.

With a very moist air mass in place, occasional heavy rainfall will occur with localized rainfall amounts of greater than 2 inches possible.

Already saturated ground conditions due to heavy rainfall earlier Wednesday could result in flash flooding.

The NWS said the rainfall will cause ponding where poor drainage exists and locations that received heavier rainfall during the day.

Visibilities may also become reduced with fog.

Motorists are encouraged to travel with care Wednesday evening and watch for changes in conditions.

Residents should watch if water level rises and stay away from creeks and rivers where rises may occur quickly.

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