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Long Island weather: Storm forming in Atlantic could cause rain, flooding this week
newsday.com • • nation
Key Points:
- Long Island will experience cool and rainy weather through the end of the week following a period of sunny and warm conditions, with temperatures in the upper 60s to lower 70s.
- An ocean storm is expected to develop late Thursday into Friday, driven by an east wind off the Atlantic, raising concerns about potential coastal flooding.
- Weather models differ on the storm's impact, with the American model predicting it will stay offshore, while the European model forecasts a direct hit on Long Island.
- Showers are likely on Friday and into the weekend, accompanied by wind gusts up to 31 mph, prompting warnings for boaters and swimmers, especially during the higher tides of Saturday's full moon.
- The National Weather Service has issued a rip current statement for all ocean beaches from Tuesday morning until evening due to persistent onshore winds.
