Flood Watch for Watonwan; Martin
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What is happening
What: Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Impacts: Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Where: A portion of south central Minnesota, including the following counties, Martin and Watonwan. When: Until 10 PM CDT this evening.
What the bulletin says to do
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
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Bulletin details
Slow moving thunderstorms are possible throughout the day today. These storms could produce high rainfall rates, which could lead to flash flooding. A flash flood watch means "be prepared", and make sure you are able to receive any warnings if they are issued. * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of south central Minnesota, including the following counties, Martin and Watonwan. * WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... The potential for slow moving thunderstorms to produce heavy rain across parts of the area. http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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Flood Watch issued September 6 at 10:26AM CDT until September 6 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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