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The National Weather Service says there is the potential for harsh thunderstorms late this afternoon continuing into the evening.
These thunderstorms will mostly affect interior Massachusetts and western Rhode Island. In Rhode Island, this would mostly affect northwest and southeast Providence, as well as Western Kent.
The main threats from this thunderstorm are powerful winds with the potential for damage. Hail, sized larger than a quarter is also possible. There will be heavy rain that could cause small stream flooding, as well as hazardous cloud to ground lighting.
There is also the possibility for an isolated tornado.
