Heavy rain, chance for severe storms Wednesday in southeast Michigan
(CBS DETROIT) - Another round of rain and a marginal to slight chance of chance of severe storms continue on Wednesday in southeast Michigan.
Heavy rain is expected with a slight chance of excessive rainfall. This heavy rain could lead to potential localized flooding. Areas between M-46 and I-94 are expected to see the majority of the rainfall.
An Areal Flood Watch is in effect for Wayne, Washtenaw, Livingston, Oakland, Macomb, St. Clair, Lapeer, and Sanilac Counties from 4 p.m. Wednesday to 4 a.m. Thursday. Expected rainfall totals up to one inch of rain. However, we could see up to three inches in locally. The heaviest rainfall will be in thunderstorms where areas could see one inch of rain per hour.
Some storms could become strong to severe today as well. The best chance for severe weather will be between 4 p.m. and midnight. Wednesday, mainly south of M-59. The biggest threats will be the heavy rainfall and gusty winds up to 60 miles per hour.
Remember, water is powerful! If you come across flooding on roads, find a different route. It can be difficult to decipher how deep the flooded area is and if the road is washed out.
The NEXT Weather team will be monitoring the rain, the potential for flooding, and possible severe storms. Watch on CBS News Detroit or Pluto TV and stream online and the CBS News Detroit app.
