Flood Watch for Long Island, NYC, and the entire tri-state area from 2 PM tomorrow to 12 PM Wednesday:

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in urban areas quickly. Extensive street flooding and flooding of creeks and rivers are possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

  - Heavy rainfall results in the potential for flooding. While much of the flooding is expected to be localized, significant flooding is possible due to rainfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour. Especially along fast responding rivers and streams, and in more urbanized locations.