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STORM WATCH: Breezy and cold with periods of rain
Raw and wet today with possible coastal flooding. Coastal Flood Advisory in effect from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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STORM WATCH CONTINUES
We are still on STORM WATCH here on Long Island as our nor'easter slowly pulls away from the area. Unfortunately, we're not completely finished with the wet weather. We'll continue to see periods of rain throughout our Friday, and some of that rain could be moderate to heavy at times, especially during the morning hours. It's going to be a cold, raw and breezy day, with afternoon high temperatures only reaching the mid to upper 40s. Winds could gust close to 30 mph, making it feel even colder. Make sure you have the heavier jacket, umbrella and rain boots handy as you head out the door. Be extra careful on the roads, especially during the morning commute. Watch out for ponding, reduced visibility and slippery conditions from wet leaves. With so many leaves falling this time of year, storm drains can become clogged, increasing the potential for localized street flooding. Give yourself some extra travel time, slow down and leave plenty of distance between vehicles.
We're also closely monitoring minor coastal flooding along the south shore of Long Island. A coastal flood advisory is in effect from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Water levels could rise about a foot above normally dry ground in some of our vulnerable shoreline communities. This could lead to minor flooding of low-lying roads, waterfront parking areas and neighborhoods near the South Shore bays. The greatest concern will be around the time of high tide. If you live in a flood-prone neighborhood, keep an eye on water levels and consider moving your vehicle to higher ground before high tide. Never drive through flooded roadways, especially when saltwater is involved. Even a few inches of saltwater can cause expensive damage to your vehicle. We'll also be watching for some beach erosion and rough surf as the nor'easter continues moving away from Long Island. Stay away from the water's edge, jetties and other exposed shoreline areas where waves could still be dangerous.
For tonight, our nor'easter will continue to move farther away, and conditions will gradually improve. We could still have a leftover rain shower early in the evening, but most of the night should be dry. Skies will remain mostly cloudy before gradually clearing, and it will be another cold and somewhat breezy night. Temperatures will drop into the 30s across much of Long Island, with the colder spots possibly getting close to freezing. The breeze will make it feel even colder, so bundle up if you're heading out Friday evening or early Saturday morning. Be mindful of any lingering wet spots on roads, sidewalks and driveways as temperatures fall overnight, especially in locations that approach freezing.
The good news is that our weekend forecast is looking much better! On Saturday, we'll finally get some welcome sunshine as we put the nor'easter behind us. Expect a mixture of sun and clouds throughout the day. It will still be a touch breezy and chilly, with afternoon high temperatures only reaching the upper 40s. You'll definitely need a jacket for outdoor activities, youth sports or getting a head start on cleaning up the yard after the storm. Saturday night, skies will continue clearing, and temperatures will drop back into the 30s. We could see some patchy frost developing overnight into early Sunday morning, especially in the typically colder locations around the Pine Barrens of Suffolk County. If you still have sensitive plants or flowers outside, consider bringing them indoors or covering them Saturday night. Also, be careful with any wet leaves on sidewalks, steps and driveways, since they can become especially slippery.
Looking ahead to Sunday, we're expecting a much nicer finish to the weekend. Sunshine will return, with afternoon temperatures climbing into the upper 40s and lower 50s. It will still be a little chilly for the middle of November, but the sunshine and dry conditions will make it a good day to get outside, take a walk, enjoy some fall activities or finish up those outdoor chores. Just remember that the ground may still be soggy in spots after our nor'easter, so use caution when cleaning up leaves and debris. The bottom line: We have one more cold, wet and breezy day to get through on Friday, along with the threat of minor coastal flooding around high tide. Then we're turning the corner toward a much better weekend, with drier weather, some sunshine and chilly November temperatures. Saturday will be an improvement, and Sunday looks like the better of the two weekend days for outdoor plans.
