Storm could bring good dousing this week

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North County coastal and inland communities could see an inch or more of rain now through Wednesday thanks to a northern storm system with a southern boost, according to the National Weather Service. (stock.xchng photo)

North Coast Current

North County coastal and inland communities could see an inch or more of rain now through Wednesday thanks to a northern storm system with a southern boost, according to the National Weather Service.

Residents can expect winds of 10 to 25 mph during the storm, which is receiving a charge of subtropical air, the weather service said in a forecast Sunday. Forecasters predict there could be several hours of rainfall as late as Tuesday evening.

Areas burned during the May wildfires in Carlsbad and San Marcos, and elsewhere, could face a flash-flood warning depending on the conditions, the weather service said.

The mountains could see up to 2.5 inches of rain, and the deserts could receive a quarter- to half-inch.