First Alert Weather: Heavy Rain Expected South of NYC on Wednesday

Wednesday's Weather System

• ⚠️ A First Alert Weather Day is in effect for Wednesday due to an approaching coastal low system.
• ☁️ While some northern suburbs may only see clouds, areas south of New York City are expected to experience heavy downpours.
• ⛈️ The system is behaving like a tropical system but is officially classified as a coastal low located on the shoreline.

Rainfall Predictions and Impact

• 📍 The heaviest rain is concentrated south of New York City, with areas like Norfolk, Virginia, and Virginia Beach receiving significant rainfall (up to 8 inches).
• 🌊 Coastal areas such as Cape May reported 5 inches of rain, and Atlantic City received 2.6 inches, though these are radar-estimated numbers.
• 🚗 For our viewing area, rainfall is estimated to be between 0.1 to 1.5 inches, with higher amounts expected south of the city, potentially making driving difficult.

Storm Progression and Clearing

• ⏰ By Wednesday morning, heavy rain is anticipated in areas like Toms River and Mercer County.
• 🌃 In the late afternoon and evening, the rain is expected to move east, potentially affecting the east end of Long Island before clearing out.
• ☀️ Thursday is expected to bring clear skies after the storm passes.

Weekend Forecast

• ✨ The early fall weekend is predicted to be great, offering pleasant weather after Wednesday's system.
• 📊 Lonnie Quinn's seven-day forecast indicates a positive outlook for the upcoming weekend.