Stoddard County, MO - The national Weather Service in Paducah, KY has issued a Flood Watch for Stoddard County, Missouri.

Description

...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH SATURDAY AFTERNOON...

WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

WHERE...Portions of southern Illinois south of Interstate 64, all of southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri.

WHEN...From Friday evening through Saturday afternoon.

IMPACTS...Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Tornado debris in the affected areas of western Kentucky could impede drainage.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Widespread rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches are expected, with locally higher amounts possible. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

More Information

.A slow-moving cold front will be preceded by a surge of tropical moisture, which will result in widespread heavy rainfall and likely some flooding problems.