Special Weather Statement In Effect

Strong winds, heavy rain and thunderstorms tonight.

What: Strong wind gusts. Rainfall amounts in excess of 40 mm. Risk of severe thunderstorms.

When: Beginning early this evening continuing into Thursday morning.

Additional information: Showers are expected early this evening and will intensify as a strong low pressure system approaches the area. There is a potential for severe thunderstorms late this evening and overnight with heavy rain and strong wind gusts being the primary threats.

Rainfall amounts of 40 mm or greater are possible as a result of the thunderstorms and showers with this system.

Watches or warnings may be issued closer to the event as the path of this low pressure system becomes more certain.

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