A widespread soaking rainfall of 2 to 4 inches is likely this afternoon into Thursday with brisk winds. The rainfall may become locally heavy which may yield some poor drainage flooding of low lying areas, and ponding of water on roadways. Leaves, twigs, trash and other debris could clog some drains and produce some nuisance flooding. If confidence increases for the potential of widespread flooding, then a flood watch may be issued later today.

Southeast winds could gust 35 to 45 mph tonight in some spots before shifting to the northwest.

Some localized wind gusts could approach 40 to 50 mph on Thursday and if confidence increases for damaging winds, a wind advisory may be needed.