Severe thunderstorms possible this afternoon and evening. Scattered flash flooding possible tonight and even into Monday morning.

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – A slow-moving but strong cold front will start to bring showers and thunderstorms to the region this afternoon, first in New York and the Champlain Valley, then slowly spread southeastward through the evening. The threat for severe weather has increased throughout the region, with damaging wind being the primary threat. Even an isolated tornado can’t be ruled out, but the risk for that is low. The greatest chance for severe weather will be between 4 PM and 10 PM today.

The risk for flash flooding will be this evening and even into Monday morning with isolated to scattered flash flooding. For those reasons, First Alert Weather Day is in effect from 3 PM through early Monday morning. Thunderstorms with possibly torrential downpours will result in 1 to 3 inches of rain tonight before ending around 2 to 3 AM early Monday, but residual flooding may continue into Monday morning.

Flash flooding may occur after midnight tonight, so if you’re traveling and encounter any flooded roads, never attempt to cross them. The water may look shallow, but the road could be washed out underneath and you won’t know until it’s too late if you try to drive through it. It’s always better to seek a different route. Our First Alert Weather Team will keep you updated if anything changes.