The National Weather Service is warning that another strong storm system could bring heavy rain, flooding, and a few severe thunderstorms to southeast Iowa on Sunday.
Forecasters say widespread rain and occasional thunderstorms are expected throughout the day, with the greatest concern along and south of Highway 34. Rainfall totals of 2 to 3 inches or more are possible, with localized higher amounts if storms repeatedly move over the same areas. A Flood Watch is expected to be in effect from Sunday morning through Sunday evening.
Flash flooding is a concern, especially in low-lying areas, along small streams, and on roads. Motorists are urged never to drive through flooded roadways.
A few storms could also produce damaging wind gusts over 50 miles per hour, hail up to golf ball size, frequent lightning, and an isolated tornado. The strongest storms are most likely Sunday morning into the afternoon, mainly south of Interstate 80.
Residents are encouraged to monitor the latest forecasts and have multiple ways to receive weather warnings.