Heavy Rain Expected Across Upstate New York Amid Drought

Several regions across the U.S. are experiencing notable weather changes, with rain providing much-needed relief after dry spells. In the Capital Region and Hudson Valley, beneficial rainfall is expected to deliver between a quarter inch and 1½ inches, helping alleviate drought conditions that have stressed local vegetation. Northern New York, including Jefferson and Lewis counties, is seeing steady rain with temperatures remaining mild, followed by several days of sunshine before more rain is forecasted. Mid-Michigan is enjoying clear skies and comfortable temperatures heading into Friday, but a cold front will bring a chance of rain on Saturday afternoon and evening. The ArkLaTex region is cooling down after a hot week and seeing scattered showers, with a better chance of more significant rain next week as a trough brings cooler air. Meanwhile, along the East Coast, Hurricane Erin is moving away from North Carolina, but it continues to pose risks of tidal flooding, dangerous surf, and rip currents, prompting tropical storm warnings from North Carolina to New Jersey.