A severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect for several Northeast states for the remainder of Friday. The potential for damaging wind gusts, hail, and tornadoes exists within these thunderstorms.
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Shaded areas under a severe thunderstorm watch until 11 pm. ET Friday, August 17
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Thunderstorms will continue to fire up along a cold front pressing to the east. This front won't really cool a lot of you East folks down, rather give you more rainfall after a wet summer so far.
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The potential for severe wind and hail appears to be most likely for much of the East Friday, August 17
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The tornado potential is lower than the hail/wind threat, but still exists for parts of the Northeast.
Areas of rain will continue to move to the east/northeast between 20-30 miles per hour. Keep an eye on the west/southwest sky for incoming storms.
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Simulated radar Friday evening, August 17 where red shows the most likely placement of thunderstorms.
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Forecast radar late Friday evening, August 17 which shows the potential for storms to last longest in southern New England.
Things to keep in mind:
- Stay weather aware if you plan to spend a lot of time outdoors in this area
- Have a way of getting weather warnings for your location
- Prepare to take action if needed due to these storms
- Give yourself extra travel time through rainy areas
Meteorologist Emily Roehler previously wrote about the heavy rain forecast for the Northeast into your weekend.
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For WeatherNation, Meteorologist
Steve Glazier