Flash flood watch in effect through Monday morning

The Missouri River at Kansas City is projected to go into action stage on Friday, Oct. 12, according to this hydrology chart based on data from the U.S. Geological Survey. Projections are subject to change. (Hydrology chart found on National Weather Service website)

A flash flood watch is in effect for Wyandotte County and surrounding counties through 7 a.m. Monday morning, according to the National Weather Service.

Moderate to heavy rainfall is expected to produce 1 to 3 inches of rain over an area that has saturated soils, according to the weather service.

These storms could cause flooding along area creeks, streams and rivers, low water crossings and other flood-prone areas in the far northern part of the region. Flash flooding over more urban areas is also possible.

Motorists are advised to avoid areas which are flooding, and do not try to cross flooded streets.

The Kansas River in Kansas City, Kansas, was not projected to go into flood stage, in this hydrology chart from Sunday night. (Hydrology chart found on National Weather Service website)