NYC Hit by Severe Thunderstorms: Flooding and Damaging Winds Expected

A First Alert Weather Day is in effect for the Tri-State Area as thunderstorms and heavy rain move in. New York City, New Jersey, and Connecticut can expect a reprieve until the afternoon, but then heavy rain and damaging winds are anticipated, especially north and west of the city.

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The main concerns are heavy rain leading to potential flooding and damaging winds. The storms are expected to end late this evening.

Looking Ahead

Friday's forecast is looking much better, with only a brief shower possible along the coast in the morning. Saturday should be dry, but showers are likely to return on Sunday.

Stay Informed

Check these live radar maps for updates:

• <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/weather/tri-state-radar/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Live Tri-State Area radar</a>
• <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/weather/long-island-radar/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Live Long Island radar</a>
• <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/weather/nyc-northern-suburbs-radar/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Live NYC northern suburbs radar</a>
• <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/weather/jersey-shore-radar/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Live Jersey Shore radar</a>
• <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/weather/temperature/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Tri-State temperatures</a>

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