Flood warnings decline across central plains as heavy rain ends
Warnings easing: Flood warnings have decreased over the past two hours across Kansas and Nebraska. One warning remains in Kansas, down from one; two remain in Nebraska, down from three.
- Flash flood warnings 0
- Flood warnings 3
- Flood watches 0
- Flood reports today 0
Right Now
- One Flood Warning is in effect in Kansas.
- Two Flood Warnings are in effect in Nebraska.
- No Flash Flood Warnings are in effect; three areal Flood Warnings are active.
Where It's Raining Hardest
- The Big Blue, Little Blue, and Solomon Rivers in Nebraska have crested and will continue falling through the weekend, though minor flooding lingers along portions of each.
- Heavy rain has ended across the region. Forecasters advise against driving through flooded roadways where warnings remain in effect.
Moisture and Rain
PWAT near Independence, Kansas has risen to 1.03 in. Soils remain saturated from the recent heavy rain. High pressure has settled over the region, bringing clear skies and northeast winds around 5-10 knots. Drier air in place and increasing winds after midnight may suppress fog development despite wet soil conditions.
The Official Word
The National Weather Service offices in Topeka, Hastings, and surrounding areas report that while heavy rain has ended, several Flood Warnings persist on area rivers and creeks. High pressure may bring stable conditions tonight and Saturday, with a cold front moving through late Saturday into Sunday.
Next Few Hours
A ridge of high pressure may maintain stable conditions through Saturday. Southerly winds may gradually return Saturday as the ridge shifts eastward. A cold front could move through late Saturday into Sunday, bringing north and northeast winds; strong radiational cooling Sunday night may push temperatures into the mid 40s in low-lying areas.
Updated 7:11 p.m. CDT