Strong Storm Brings Winds, Pounding Rain, More Tonight

UPDATE (5:19 p.m.): Construction barrels and signs blown onto highway 495 S. Lots of cars pulled over. Zero visibility.

A strong storm in the area could bring winds of 40-50 mph, small hail and flooding, according to the National Weather Service.

NWS released a special weather statement shortly after 5 p.m. today warning motorists that heavy rain could reduce visibility to below a mile. Drivers should take it slow or pull over.

Scattered thunderstorms are expected to continue into tonight, some could promise the same pounding rains we're experiencing now.