Flood Watch In Effect For Lansing Area

Here we go again. It's looks like we might need to expect flooding in the area again soon.

According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, a Flood Watch is in effect starting tonight at 6.

Here's a look at what's up from the National Weather Service website:

* Recent heavy rain has left much of the area prone to flooding. Occasional Thunderstorms are forecasted through Monday. Some of the storms may contain heavy rain with rates that could top an inch per hour. Local storm total rainfall amounts could exceed 2 inches.

* Urban and small stream flooding will be possible...especially where any storms repeat over the same area.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Get even more important information here from the National Weather Service website.