Full Notification

From 8 PM CDT this evening through Wednesday morning excessive rainfall rates will lead to high runoff rates overnight. Widespread total precipitation amounts look to range from 2 to 4 inches by Wednesday morning...but could see isolated amounts of 5 inches or greater.

Small creeks and streams typically susceptible to flash flooding may rise very rapidly tonight...especially in urban areas. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Flash Flood Watch means that conditions may develop that lead to flash flooding. Flash flooding is a very dangerous situation. You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should flash flood warnings be issued.

Does your weather radio work? Make sure you can receive emergency broadcasts for your area.

Do you have an emergency plan? Know what to do should an emergency weather situation occurs.

For more severe weather planning information check out Polk Co. Emergency Management's website for recommendations: http://tinyurl.com/oo73ref