MANCHESTER, Conn. — Connecticut has seen rain non-stop since Monday night, resulting in flash flooding and rising water levels.
New Haven County saw the worst amounts of flooding early Tuesday morning, but the attention is still on other areas of the state that are known for flooding as the rain continues to fall.
Charter Oak Park in Manchester is one of those areas known for flooding.
The water levels at Porter Brook Creek were already much higher than they were this summer after just a few hours of rain.
The concern and what has happened in the past is if the creek overflows, the area will be filled with standing water.
Officials are warning of possible flooding in urban areas and areas near creeks and rivers across the state.
So far, there are no flash floods in Manchester and the Northeast corner of the state.
FORECAST: Flood Watch in effect through Tuesday
Over in Willimantic, there are no roads closed and no flooded roadways, according to the fire department.
Some heavy rain was seen early Tuesday morning, leaving roads with puddles, but cars were able to move through nicely during the morning commute.
In Brooklyn, Connecticut, just about 20 minutes from the Rhode Island border, a similar scene. There were no flooded roads, just a lot of rain in a quick period of time.
Over in Andover, some downpours made for some slower drivers on South Main Street, but overall no flooding closed any roads.
The Northeast corner of the state is seeing some of the worst drought conditions. This rain is good news for these communities but would take about 12 inches of rain to actually make up the deficit.
Residents in the lesser hit areas are feeling thankful for some much-needed rain.
Tim Moynihan from Manchester was out for a four-mile walk; the weather hasn't stopped his normal activities.
"I got my umbrella and my raincoat, like I said the doctor wants me to walk every day," said Moynihan. "It’s going to help my lawn, it’s all crinkly so we need it bad."
Officials are asking people in areas that they know are prone to flooding or are near creeks or rivers to be on the lookout for any flooding because as the rain continues, situations can change at any minute.
Lindsey Kane is a reporter at FOX61 News. She can be reached at Lkane@fox61.com. Follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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