PSA: Flash Flood and High Wind Warning in Rockland County

by Monsey.info

The National Weather Service has announced a Flash Flood Watch and Hazardous Weather warning for Rockland County as strong thunderstorms head into the area.

According to the NWS, the watch remains in effect through Friday morning as a period of heavy showers and embedded thunderstorms is expected with the approach of a cold front tonight.

A widespread 1 to 2 inches of rain are likely with locally higher amounts possible, which with the rainfall combined with wet antecedent conditions in a short period of time will lead to increased potential for flash flooding.

Winds as high as 40 mph could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.