WIND DAMAGE AND FLASH FLOODING

On today's storm map, we're highlighting a significant threat for flooding and damaging winds as additional convective clusters continue to move southeastward across the Midwest and Ohio Valley.

These organized thunderstorm complexes will produce another round of very heavy rainfall, with some areas of the Ohio Valley potentially receiving significant amounts in a short period of time. Given the rainfall that has already occurred across the region, the ground is saturated and waterways are elevated, increasing the potential for rapid-onset flash flooding.

Some locations could experience sudden rises in streams, creeks, and rivers, creating dangerous conditions for motorists and residents in low-lying areas. In the worst situations, rapidly rising water could require emergency rescues. Never attempt to drive or walk through flooded roadways, as the depth and current of floodwater can be difficult to judge.

The convective cluster pattern should begin to weaken tomorrow and into the weekend, providing some temporary relief from the repeated rounds of severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall.

However, this may only be a temporary break. Forecast guidance suggests the overall pattern could become active again next week, potentially bringing another round of thunderstorms and heavy rain to portions of the Midwest and Ohio Valley.

For today, the primary concerns are flash flooding, rapidly rising water, and damaging winds as another round of organized thunderstorms moves through the region.