Good Thursday evening gang. The potential for significant rainfall continues to be a major concern as we head into the upcoming Easter Weekend. That is especially true across western and northern parts of the state where a Flash Flood Watch is now in effect.



Showers and thunderstorms will develop and move in very late tonight into early Friday as some warm air surges in from the southwest.

A cold front will then slowly settle southeastward toward the region into the weekend. This front will put the brakes on and should lead to repeat shower and thunderstorm action along and just ahead of the front. A general 1″-3″ of rain will fall across areas under the watch and some spots could pick up close to 4″.

Here is what the new NAM rainfall map shows…



That is through Easter Morning and shows close to 4″ of water falling across north central Kentucky. This would lead to flash flooding and likely some river flooding. The Ohio River is rising once again and Flood Warnings are out along the mighty river with expected crests likely not taking place into next week for many.

In addition to the high water threat… some thunderstorms may become strong or severe Friday into Friday evening. The Storm Prediction Center has much of the state in a risk for severe storms…


Busy times ahead and the blog will be there with updates as needed. Have a great Thursday evening and take care.