A flash flood watch is in effect in Suffolk County today as periods of heavy rain are expected, the National Service said this morning.
Total rainfall amounts will be around one inch with locally higher amounts possible, according to the weather service. Excessive runoff will be possible which may lead to flooding of urban and poor drainage areas. In addition, smaller rivers and streams could overflow their banks.
The weather service forecast is calling for showers with a slight chance of thunderstorms today. Expect south winds of 15 to 20 mph today with gusts up to 35 mph. High temperatures will reach the low 60s. Showers are likely this evening.
The flash flood watch will remain in effect until 8 p.m.
Cloudy skies will prevail on Easter Sunday, with a 30 percent chance of showers and highs in the upper 50s.
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