April Nor'easter: Flood Watch Issued for Stratford

Over the last several days, 's weather has centered around red flag warnings and brush fire concerns due to the lack of rain, low humidity and windy conditions.

But tonight into tomorrow many shoreline residents will find their prayers for rain have finally been answered -- and then some.

FLOOD WATCH

The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Stratford, as well as much of the East Coast, due to a strong nor'easter moving up the coast.

The watch, which began at noon on Sunday, will run into late Monday morning.

Weather service meteorologists report that steadier rainfall associated with the storm will begin later Sunday afternoon.

"The heaviest rains will occur tonight," the service stated in its watch report Sunday. "Hourly rainfall rates approaching an inch per hour in the heaviest rain bands remains possible tonight."

Some areas of the shoreline including Stratford could see more than 3 inches of rain.

"Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop," the service reported.

STRONG WINDS, FOG

In addition to heavy rains, strong winds -- just under the wind advisory level -- are also expected with the storm.

Winds are expected to gust between 18 to 24 miles per hour overnight.

Patchy fog is also possible after 8 p.m. Sunday night, with the low temperature around 52 degrees.

The rain should continue on and off throughout the day Monday, and into Monday night.