Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area.
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The south to north moving system is expected to arrive Whatcom County around 11pm.
Heavy rains, gusty winds and potential for hail are expected.
NWS: "Areas of lofted smoke and haze are expected into the weekend with mid-level east flow."
Smoke and haze could result in slightly lower temperatures than forecast.
Expected wind shifts increase potential for wildfire smoke to make its way into the area.
Mostly westerly winds have pushed the smoke further east, away from western Washington.
While warm, the current forecast is still several degrees below daily records.
1 to 3 inches of rain can be expected in the Whatcom County lowlands during this weather event.