First Alert Weather: Heavy Rain, Wind, and Cold Snap Expected

Weather Forecast Overview

• 🌡️ Enjoy the current warm temperatures, as they are a gift before a significant weather shift.
• ❄️ November and December have been cold, but today offers a pleasant reprieve.

Storm System and Timing

• 🌧️ Rain is expected to begin overnight tonight and continue into Friday morning, with pockets of heavy rain possible.
• ⚡ There is a chance of thunderstorms between 4:00 AM and 7:00 AM on Friday.
• 💨 The storm system will bring strong winds, with widespread gusts of 40 to 50 mph.

Potential Threats

• 💧 The ground is already saturated, and the incoming rain, combined with melting snow/ice, could lead to over an inch of rainfall for many areas.
• ⚠️ Power outages are a consideration due to the anticipated wind.
• 🌊 Coastal flood alerts are in effect from Friday morning through 1:00 PM due to tidal influence.

Temperature Drop

• 🥶 Temperatures will be close to 60°F on Friday morning but will plummet dramatically.
• 🧊 By Saturday morning, temperatures are expected to be in the teens, marking a significant cold snap.
• ⚠️ This is a "First Alert weather day" due to the combination of rain, wind, and a sharp temperature drop.