Portions of south central Michigan, southwest Michigan and west central Michigan, including the following counties, in south central Michigan, Calhoun, Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Ionia and Jackson. In southwest Michigan, Allegan, Barry, Kalamazoo, Kent, Ottawa and Van Buren. In west central Michigan, Muskegon

…FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING… WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. WHERE…Portions of south central Michigan, southwest Michigan and west central Michigan, including the following counties, in south central Michigan, Calhoun, Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Ionia and Jackson. In southwest Michigan, Allegan, Barry, Kalamazoo, Kent, Ottawa and Van Buren. In west central Michigan, Muskegon. WHEN…From 4 PM EDT this afternoon through Tuesday morning. IMPACTS…Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain. ADDITIONAL DETAILS… – A prolonged period of heavy rainfall will move into the region this afternoon and evening. Storm total rainfall amounts of widespread 1 to 2 inches and locally 3 or more will be possible. Urban areas and flood prone roadways will be of particular concern especially after sunset and will be a hazard for nighttime driving. – http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood