The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a
* Flash Flood Advisory for Minor Flooding in Poor Drainage Areas for…
Marshall County in north central Indiana…
* Until 1045 PM EDT/945 PM CDT/. tonight.
Approximately 1. 5 up to 3 in. of rain has already fallen in some areas.
The potential exists for 1 to 2 inches of rain tonight into early Wednesday with localized amounts in excess of 2 inches. This heavy rainfall combined with saturated soils from recent rainfall will produce a potential of flooding and flash flooding tonight through Wednesday morning.
Instructions:
If you live in an area that is prone to flooding during heavy rain, be prepared to move to higher ground. Never drive through flood waters. And be vigilant while driving at night when water flowing across roads is harder to see.
Heavy rain fall is causing some issues with water flowing across some county roads. Due to the potential for hazardous driving conditions, an “Advisory” Level Travel Advisory has been implemented. An “Advisory” Level is the lowest level of travel restriction and simply means that routine travel or activities may be restricted in areas because of a hazardous situation and individuals should use caution or avoid those areas.
