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Flash flooding possible today with thunderstorms, heavy rainfall expected in St. Lawrence County

Posted 8/17/18

A hazardous weather outlook has been issue for St. Lawrence County as several rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected today into tonight with localized heavy rainfall possible that could …

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Flash flooding possible today with thunderstorms, heavy rainfall expected in St. Lawrence County

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A hazardous weather outlook has been issue for St. Lawrence County as several rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected today into tonight with localized heavy rainfall possible that could create some flooding issues, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).

No main stem river flooding is expected, however, localized high rainfall rates may lead to isolated flash flooding in mountainous terrain and in urban areas with poor drainage, the service says.

There is an 80 percent chance of thunderstorms and showers today with a high of 78 expected.

Skies will clear Saturday and Sunday with highs in the upper 70s to lower 80s both days, NWS says.

The forecast through next Thursday is as follows:

Saturday

Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 78. North wind 6 to 10 mph.

Saturday Night

Mostly clear, with a low around 59. Northeast wind 3 to 5 mph.

Sunday

Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. Northeast wind 5 to 9 mph.

Sunday Night

Partly cloudy, with a low around 61. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming light and variable in the evening.

Monday

Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. Calm wind.

Monday Night

Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. Light and variable wind becoming southeast around 5 mph after midnight.

Tuesday

Showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 81. South wind 6 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Tuesday Night

Showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. South wind around 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Wednesday

A 50 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 75. Southwest wind around 9 mph.

Wednesday Night

Partly cloudy, with a low around 57. West wind 3 to 6 mph.

Thursday

Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. West wind 5 to 7 mph.