Connecticut stayed ready as scattered rain, storms moved through state
Towns and cities across the state prepared for storms that put a flood watch into effect until 2 a.m. the following morning. Fairfield County faced the highest risk of a flash flood.
West Haven Emergency Operations Center prepared for potential severe weather
East Haven Public Services Superintendent of Operations Charlie Coyle told News 8, 'We just take it one day at a time and see how it comes along. There is really not too much we can do, and hopefully we don't get any damage. I think most of the people down here are aware of what the situation is from time to time, and just react to where the weather comes.'
News 8 was in the area of Thomaston Avenue in Waterbury throughout Tuesday night as thunderstorms passed by in the distance.
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