Headline:
Flood Watch issued June 17 at 3:05AM EDT until June 18 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
June 17, 2026 - 12:05am
Expires:
June 17, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Michigan,
including the following counties, in south central Michigan,
Calhoun, Eaton, Ingham and Jackson. In southwest Michigan,
Allegan, Barry, Kalamazoo and Van Buren.
* WHEN...From this afternoon through late tonight.
* IMPACTS...Heavy rain may result in flooding of creeks, streams,
and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur
in poor drainage and urban areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- There is a potential for 2 to 4 inches of rain, locally up to
5 inches, to fall in portions of the watch area from mid
afternoon into the evening.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
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. Do not drive your vehicle
through flooded roads.
Area Description:
Allegan; Barry; Eaton; Ingham; Van Buren; Kalamazoo; Calhoun; Jackson
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Rapids MI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov