Full Notification

A prolonged period of moderate to at times heavy rainfall, along with periods of thunderstorms will affect east central Minnesota and most of northwest Wisconsin tonight into Monday night. Rainfall is expected to result in rises in local rivers, creeks, and streams that are already running high from recent rains and snow melt. In addition, ground conditions are already fairly saturated due to recent rains and snowmelt, so rainfall on top of these conditions will lead to additional runoff into the river system and tributaries. Total rainfall by Monday night of between one to two inches is forecast. Rivers with highest threat of flooding include, but are not limited to, the Bad River and tributaries, the Montreal River, the St. Croix River and tributaries, and Whittlesey Creek. The National Weather Service in Duluth has expanded the

* Flood Watch to include portions of east central Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin, including Pine County in east central Minnesota, and Burnett, Douglas, Sawyer, and Washburn Counties in northwest Wisconsin.

* Through 1 AM Tuesday morning.

* Moderate to heavy rainfall on top of saturated ground due to recent rains and snowmelt.

* Widespread minor flooding is possible, which could impact county roadways and other low-lying, poorly drained, and flood- prone areas.

* AFFECTED AREAS: WASHBURN ... SAWYER ... BURNETT ... PINE ... DOUGLAS

Instructions:

A Flood Watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current rainfall 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.