* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
* WHERE...Portions of southeastern Massachusetts, including the following areas, Barnstable, Dukes, Plymouth and Bristol counties, and Rhode Island, including the following areas, Block Island, Bristol, Kent, Newport, Providence and Washington counties.
* WHEN...From 4 AM EST early this morning through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Periods of heavy rain today through Saturday morning may result in an area of
2 to 4 inches of rainfall across RI and Southeast MA, with a low risk (less than 30 percent) of isolated amounts of
5 to 6 inches. -
http://www.weather.gov/safety/floodPRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
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