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NWS Issues Flood Watch Ahead of Forecasted Drenching Rains

With the area just having experienced heavy rainfall and flooding Friday into Saturday, rainfall of 1 1/2 to 2 inches today and tonight could result in flooding

From the National Weather Service:

With the approach of a warm front today, widespread moderate to heavy rainfall is expected at times from this afternoon through tonight. With the area just having experienced heavy rainfall and flooding Friday into Saturday, rainfall of 1 1/2 to 2 inches today and tonight could result in flooding of small streams and rivers along with urban and poor drainage flooding. Main stem rivers should remain within their banks, although a few may approach bankfull.

Precautionary/preparedness actions:

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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.

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