Storm packing strong wind knocks out power to some in RI. Here’s what to expect today.

A fast-moving storm is bringing strong wind to Rhode Island, knocking out power for some, cancelling ferries and raising flood concerns

PROVIDENCE – A powerful storm bringing rain and strong wind to Rhode Island has knocked out power for some residents and forced the cancellation of ferries to Block Island.

The heaviest rain is likely later this morning and could include some thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service.

The weather service has posted a wind advisory, effective until 2 p.m., with south winds of 15 to 25 mph gusting up to 50 mph.

“Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result,” the advisory says.

As of about 7:35 p.m., some 1,200 Rhode Island Energy customers had lost power.

Check outages here.

With a gale warning for Rhode Island coastal waters and seas of 6 to 11 feet, the Block Island Ferry has canceled all trips.

A coastal flood advisory is in effect until 2 p.m.

River flood watches are still in effect for the Pawtuxet River at Cranston and the Wood River at Hope Valley as well.

Conditions should begin improving this afternoon, the weather service says.