The NBC Connecticut First Alert meteorologists are tracking rain showers and thunderstorms moving through the state.
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Fairfield County. It's since expired.
The storms brought rain, lightning, thunder and gusty winds.
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A tree came down on wires and caught fire on Route 17 in Durham, according to the state Department of Transportation. At one point, approximately 750 homes were without power. That number has since decreased.
In Prospect, part of Route 42 was closed because of a tree in the road.
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During the day, there were lots of clouds, a freshening breeze, milder temperatures and isolated showers.
Friday will be partly sunny and there will be a few showers in the afternoon.
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