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LI Weather: 31 MPH Wind Gusts, Mix of Rain, Snow, This Weekend
Long Islanders should expect consistent rain this weekend, with 100 percent precipitation on Friday night.

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Long Islanders should expect consistent rain this weekend, with 100 percent precipitation on Friday night.

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