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Scattered severe thunderstorms are expected across Massachusetts Sunday afternoon and evening, according to the National Weather Service. Damaging winds are predicted to be the primary hazard during these late-in-the-day storms, but some hail is possible as well, according to the weather service.
EDT the National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 5:15 p.m. EDT for Kent and Ottawa counties.
Flash flood warning issued for Monmouth and Ocean counties until Sunday morning due to thunderstorms
On Sunday at 5:15 a.m. a flash flood warning was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 9:15 a.m. for Monmouth and Ocean counties.
An updated report from the National Weather Service was issued on Sunday at 2:28 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 3:15 p.m. for Berkshire County.
Damaging wind gusts and small hail are possible as thunderstorms move in Sunday afternoon.
The National Weather Service in Wilmington, Ohio, says thunderstorms heading toward Columbus bring risk of flooding in some areas.
For today, a mix of sun and clouds through noon with a chance for scattered thunderstorms during the afternoon. Much like yesterday, rain will be heavy at times. Temps around 90 degrees with high humidity.
Summer is a busy time for lightning strikes, which kill about 20 people and injure many others across the United States each year, officials said.