Heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds are forecast as the storm likely strengthens on Friday. Rainfall of 1 to 2 inches is anticipated, although, if the storm is stronger, it could produce an inch or more of rain per hour. Thunderstorms might continue into early Saturday, according to the advisory.

Several areas in the US are under weather advisories, from coastal flood advisories in major east coast cities like New York City, to red flag warnings for wildfires further out west. Check details and forecasts here.

A $68 million Bluebelt system includes drainage upgrades, ponds and rain gardens designed to manage intensifying rainfall while easing pressure on the city’s aging sewer system.

As the planet warms, subway systems around the world have struggled to cope with floods far beyond what they were originally designed to handle.