Water rescues are currently underway in the Connecticut counties of New Haven and Fairfield following heavy rainfall that has caused a flash flooding emergency. The National Weather Service reported numerous water rescues and washouts in Central Fairfield to Northern New Haven Counties.
Approximately 6 to 10 inches of rain has already fallen in both counties, with an additional 2 inches possibly expected Sunday night. A flash flood emergency is in effect for parts of Fairfield and New Haven counties until 8 p.m., including the cities of Waterbury, Danbury, and the town of Fairfield.
