Heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds are forecast as the storm likely strengthens on Friday. Rainfall of 1 to 2 inches is anticipated, although, if the storm is stronger, it could produce an inch ...

Parts of the state are forecast to experience moderate to major coastal flooding, inland flash flooding, winds up to 60 mph, up to 5 inches of rain and high surf, potentially causing beach erosion.

At 3:57 a.m. on Thursday, the National Weather Service issued an updated coastal flood statement valid between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. for the Bronx. The weather service states, "Up to one half foot of ...