The National Weather Service in Omaha/Valley has extended the Flash Flood Warning for Central Boone County in northeastern Nebraska Southwestern Madison County in northeastern Nebraska Northwestern Platte County in northeastern Nebraska Until 400 AM CDT. At 1242 AM CDT, local law enforcement reported water over several roads in the area, including Highway 91 west of Lindsay and Highway 32 in southwest Madison county. Between 3 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 0.5 to 1.5 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is already occurring.
Hazard: Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.
Source: Law enforcement reported.
Impact: Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include Albion, Newman Grove, Lindsay, Primrose, Cornlea and Loretto.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.