By: Richard L. Smith
Residents in Newark and the North Jersey region can expect a break from the haze as showers and thunderstorms make their way through the area Sunday afternoon.
National Weather Service meteorologists predict the possibility of a thunderstorm in the morning, followed by continued showers and thunderstorms throughout the day.
Some of these storms could bring gusty winds and heavy rain, with a high temperature near 84 degrees.
According to NWS forecasters, the southwest wind is expected to blow at speeds of 7 to 9 mph while the humidity remains at 85%. The barometer stands at 29.89 inches, indicating the atmospheric pressure in the area.
NWS meteorologists say these rain showers are expected to significantly reduce the existing haze, providing some relief to the community.
As the precipitation accumulates, it should help alleviate smoke from Canadian wildfires that's been with us since Thursday.
However, NWS forecasters said it is important to note that the approaching warm front on Sunday brings the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms.
These slow-moving storms have the capacity to produce heavy rainfall, which may lead to flash flooding, particularly in areas like Newark's East Ward and sections of the Ironbound.
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