…FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM CDT THIS EVENING THROUGH MONDAY MORNING… The Flood Watch continues for * Portions of central Kansas, east central Kansas, north central Kansas, and northeast Kansas, including the following areas, in central Kansas, Dickinson. In east central Kansas, Geary, Morris, Shawnee, and Wabaunsee. In north central Kansas, Clay and Ottawa. In northeast Kansas, Jackson, Pottawatomie, and Riley. * From 10 PM CDT this evening through Monday morning *
Several rounds of thunderstorms producing heavy rain are possible this evening through the overnight hours. Rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches will likely be common, with some potential for higher localized amounts where thunderstorms are more persistent. These higher amounts falling over a short time may lead to flash flooding. * Flash flooding at night can be especially dangerous for those who plan to travel. In addition, flooding along creeks and rivers can inundate nearby farmland, structures, and roadways. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… A Flood Watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current forecasts. You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.