Tornado Watch, Hazardous Weather Outlook Issued for Milford

The National Weather Service has issued both a Tornado Watch and a Hazardous Weather Outlook for the Milford area Friday afternoon. 

Friday's storms are expected to bring gusty winds and heavy rain to the area, according to the National Weather Service, including the possibility of thunderstorms. There is an 80 percent chance of precipitation, with rainfall amounts between a 10th to a quarter of an inch, although the thunderstorms could lead to higher amounts of rain and flash flooding. 

The tornado watch is in effect until 9 p.m. Friday evening, according to the National Weather Service. 

Stick with Patch throughout the storm for more updates on the weather. 

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