The advisory had been issued for Dutchess County.

"The Flood Advisory will expire at 8 p.m. this evening for portions of northwestern Connecticut, including the following area, Litchfield and east central New York, including the following area, Dutchess. The heavy rain has ended. Flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat," according to the National Weather Service.

Deciphering advisories, watches, and warnings: Understanding weather alerts

Flash flood warning: Take action!

A flash flood warning is issued when a flash flood is either imminent or already occurring. In flood-prone areas, it's crucial to move immediately to higher ground. A flash flood is a sudden and violent inundation that can develop within minutes to hours, and it can even happen in areas not currently experienci

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