Flash Flood Watch in Effect for Merrimack

A flash flood watch is now in effect for Bedford and surrounding communities in Hillsborough County.

The advisory extends through through Wednesday evening and ends 12 a.m. Thursday.

According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms moving through New Hampshire have the potential to produce heavy downpours of rain accumulating 1-2 inches in a short period of time, which may lead to poor drainage in addition to the possibility of local rivers and streams spilling over their banks.

Due to the possibility of this dangerous situation, residents are encouraged to monitor weather reports, especially during heavy thunderstorms.