Flash flood warning issued for Wyandotte County

The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for Wyandotte County and surrounding areas.

Heavy rains today may cause urban and small stream flooding, the weather service said.

Up to 1.5 inches of rain fell earlier today in the area and an additional half-inch to 1 inch of rain is expected, resulting in minor flooding, the weather service said.

Motorists are advised to turn around and take another route if they encounter a flooded road, according to the weather service.

For more information, see www.weather.gov.