A flood watch has been issued for counties in our area.

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a flood watch effective from 7 p.m. Tuesday through Wednesday morning for the following counties in our area.

Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded.

Heavy rain over wet and saturated soils will create rapid runoff and flooding potential during the night. Flash flooding is a distinct possibility in areas where heavy rain has recently fallen. Due to current soil conditions areas that are prone to flooding are likely to flood quickly, even in brief heavy rain.

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.

National Weather ServiceA flood watch has been issued for counties in our area.The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a flood watch effective from 7 p.m. Tuesday through Wednesday morning for the following counties in our area.Ellsworth CountyLincoln CountyMarion CountyMcPherson CountySaline CountyFlooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded.Heavy rain over wet and saturated soils will create rapid runoff and flooding potential during the night. Flash flooding is a distinct possibility in areas where heavy rain has recently fallen. Due to current soil conditions areas that are prone to flooding are likely to flood quickly, even in brief heavy rain.Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.

UPDATE: Flood watch issued for counties in our area has expired