Arkansas’s Little Rock – Despite the fact that severe thunderstorms continue to deliver significant rainfall rates of up to three inches per hour, flash flood warnings continue to be issued throughout a number of states, including Arkansas, Illinois, and Missouri. Particularly in urban and low-lying regions, the National Weather Service has issued a warning that flash flooding has the potential to become a life-threatening situation.
Rainfall rates are producing flash floods along streets and highways in several counties in Arkansas, including Pulaski, Faulkner, and Conway. These areas are experiencing rapid rainfall. Overnight, it is anticipated that the storm, which is currently affecting Little Rock, North Little Rock, and Conway, will continue to be a problem. It is anticipated that there will be additional rainfall through Saturday, which will further saturate the already wet grounds.
In addition, a flash flood warning has been issued for the state of Illinois, specifically for the counties of Hamilton, White, Gallatin, and Saline. These counties have received rainfall totaling between one and two inches, and additional rainfall is anticipated. Several regions, including Harrisburg and Carmi, are experiencing rapidly rising water levels, which is making traffic conditions extremely hazardous.
Dunklin County, Missouri, is seeing conditions that are comparable to those described above, with thunderstorms continuing to produce heavy rain and increasing the likelihood of flash floods. Malden and Corning are the areas that are anticipated to be among the most severely affected.
Motorists in every affected region are strongly encouraged to steer clear of roads that have been flooded and to exercise caution when driving at night. It is anticipated that the flooding would continue throughout Saturday morning.
