Wet, Windy and Wild Weather on Wednesday in Walpole

Heavy rain will continue to move across southern New England early Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service.

Rainfall rates up to an inch an hour are possible in some locations. heavy rain will come to an end by early this afternoon, according to forecasters.

Use extra caution while traveling, especially on Wednesday morning, according to forecasters. Do not drive through flooded roads. There is also the possibility for strong winds.

Don’t forget, If You Use Your Windshield Wipers, You Must Use Your Headlights.

Lighter rain is expected to continue into Wednesday night before clearing up after midnight. On Thursday, expect occasional rain showers in the afternoon and early evening hours before it transitions to steady rain late Thursday night.

Even more rain is on tap for Friday and through the weekend.

In addtion, the potential remains for strong, coastal northeast winds and minor coastal flooding, according to the National Weather Service. These threats may persist into the weekend depending on the eventual track of waht is likely to become Hurricane Joaquin.