Published: August 1,2016
The risk for heavy rain and flooding will continue in the Northeast into Monday from a combination of a frontal system and an upper-level disturbance over the region.
Slow-moving storms caused major flooding in Ellicott City, Maryland, Saturday night. Cars were swept away and numerous water rescues were reported.
(MORE: Major Flooding in Ellicott City)
Water rescues were reported in Wayne, New Jersey, Sunday night as slow-moving thunderstorms continuously dumped heavy rain over northeastern New Jersey and into New York City.
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for parts of central and northern New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania through Monday evening.
Current Radar with Watches and Warnings
Widespread heavy amounts of rain are not expected, however, localized areas could see 1-3 inches in a short amount of time. This would lead to isolated areas of flash flooding, particularly where the soil has become saturated of late.
Areas from eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey to eastern New York and northern New England have the greatest potential to see locally excessive rainfall through Monday evening.
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Rainfall Forecast
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