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Flood Warning in Effect Until 10:30 a.m.

Between 1 and 2 inches of rain fell overnight.

The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for Fairfield County, in effect through 10:30 a.m. Thursday.

"Between 1 to 2 inches of rain have fallen during the overnight hours as persistent rain moves through the area," the service warns. "Numerous [instances] of road closures due to flooding have been reported." 

"Steam rises will be slow and flash flooding is not expected," it adds. "However, all interested parties should take necessary precautions immediately."

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A flood warning means that flooding is imminent or has been reported.

Meanwhile, the service is also forecasting additional showers and thunderstorms throughout the day.

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