Rain Threatens July Fourth Celebrations on Long Island

TL;DR
Showers and thunderstorms are expected to potentially disrupt outdoor plans for Long Islanders on Independence Day, with a 60% chance of precipitation in the evening. Some thunderstorms may bring strong wind gusts, but the weather is expected to clear later in the night. Dangerous rip currents are also possible off the South Shore of Long Island. The forecast for the week includes daytime highs in the mid-80s and overnight lows in the high 60s.
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