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Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds and Flooding Possible Overnight

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Heavy rain and gusty winds continue to impact the state after a day of winter weather.

A quick burst of snow moved through the state Wednesday afternoon. Shortly after, it turned over to rain.

Gusty winds are a concern overnight, along with the potential for flooding.

Dozens of schools dismissed early ahead of the storm Wednesday. Some areas saw up to about an inch of snow.

Wednesday's winter storm brought snow, pouring rain and strong winds to Old Saybrook.

Winter weather advisories are posted for Litchfield county through early Thursday morning. There's also a river flood warning in effect for part of New London County.

With winds expected to pick up overnight, a wind advisory is in effect for parts of New London and Middlesex counties.

One to two inches of rain could fall in a short period of time. At that point, some flooding is a concern.

Thunder is also possible. If there is thunder, it will be extremely loud.

Temperatures will go up more than 10 degrees overnight with expected temps between 45 and 50 degrees.

Minor coastal flooding is possible in the early morning with high tide cycles between 1 and 3 a.m. along the shoreline.

A coastal flood advisory is in effect for parts of Fairfield, Middlesex, New Haven and New London counties.

A shower is possible early on Thursday. Highs will be in the mid 40s. Friday looks sunny with highs in the low 30s.

As we look to next week, there's about a week until our next best chance for rain in the forecast.

You can get the latest forecast anytime here.

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