Severe thunderstorm warning for northern CT expires as storms move out

Strong storms are starting to move out overnight after causing flooding issues in northwestern Connecticut.

A severe thunderstorm warning that was in effect for Litchfield County has since expired.

Small rivers and streams may be flooding soon in Salisbury, Canaan, and Norfolk with very heavy rain. 2-3" in a short duration on an already saturated ground. pic.twitter.com/rphk8OKDGn

— Ryan Hanrahan (@ryanhanrahan) July 14, 2023

Strong winds associated with this storm were headed into the Berkshires overnight after moving through the Salisbury and North Canaan area.

A tremendous amount of lightning and heavy rain over far NW CT. Some flash flooding is possible with this storm lingering a bit. pic.twitter.com/vKvjFqcY17

— Ryan Hanrahan (@ryanhanrahan) July 14, 2023

River flood warnings have been issued in Middlesex and Hartford counties while flood watches are in effect for Hartford, Windham, Litchfield and Tolland counties. Get more on the alerts here.

Part of Route 44 in Norfolk is closed due to severe flooding caused by Thursday night's storms.

A few storms are expected early Friday and there could be more scattered storms over the weekend as well as lots of humidity.

You can get the latest forecast anytime here.