By TONY GUERRERO
Hays Post
The National Weather Service in Dodge City reports Hays is under a flood watch that is in effect from 10 p.m. tonight to 1 p.m. tomorrow.
Isolated storms are expected to begin developing around 7 to 8 tonight, with coverage increasing by 9 to 10 p.m. Following these, a line of storms will move in from Colorado around 10 to 11 p.m. and push southeast into the early morning hours.
As the line progresses, the flooding risk will rise due to already saturated soils and standing water from recent storms. Southwest portions could see rainfall totals of up to 2 inches (with locally higher amounts) with this initial line, with additional showers behind it adding to overall amounts through the morning.
The report adds that with the ground already saturated, gust winds could more easily bring down trees and power lines, leading ot potential power outages.
Tuesday's high is expected to reach 70 with a low of 57 and a 70% chance of heavy rain and showers.