Summary
The National Weather Service (NWS) has predicted heavy rain and possible flash floods in seven U.S. states. These states are at risk partly due to moisture from the Gulf of Mexico. The areas affected include parts of Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Missouri, Arkansas, and Mississippi.
Key Facts
- Seven states face the risk of heavy rain and flash floods.
- The states at risk are southern Indiana, southeastern Illinois, western Kentucky, western Tennessee, far southeastern Missouri, northeastern Arkansas, and far northwestern Mississippi.
- The NWS issued a flood advisory for eastern Arkansas.
- Heavy rainfall is expected due to moisture from the Gulf of Mexico.
- Rainfall could measure 3 to 5 inches in some areas.
- The risk of rain and flooding may spread farther into Kentucky by Tuesday.
- Thunderstorms are possible further north, but with less intensity.
- The threat of heavy rain is expected to decrease after Tuesday.
