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Flood Watch
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
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.