More rain, chance of flooding, in the forecast

Possible flooding from rain in the early morning hours could make for a soggy Monday morning commute, the National Weather Service said Sunday night.
The Weather Service issued a flood watch for Sunday night and early Monday. Meteorologist Robert Ricks said a weekend of rain, and the resulting saturated ground, contributed to the possibility of flooding.

Thunderstorms were expected to develop west of Interstate 55 and Tangipahoa Parish Sunday night, and move east into the north shore and New Orleans metropolitan area in the early morning hours.
Ricks said the storms would be likely to produce 1 to 2 inches of rain, but in some areas the rain could amount to as much as 4 inches.
The flood watch, which will be in effect in the metro area through Monday afternoon, means there's a possibility of ponding from rain in low-lying and poorly drained areas. Some small creeks and streams may swell to flood levels, and roadside ditches can fill quickly; however, most larger rivers are currently well below flood stages, the Weather Service said.
If heavy rains develop, there will be potential for flash flooding, the Weather Service said, adding that residents should monitor the forecasts and be alert for warnings.
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