UPDATE 1 p.m. Saturday: The below flood watch has expired.

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a flood watch in effect from 1 a.m. Saturday through Saturday afternoon for the following counties in our area.

Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

Widespread rain amounts of 1 to 2 inches are likely with locally higher amounts possible, potentially as high as 3 to 4 inches.

UPDATE 1 p.m. Saturday: The below flood watch has expired.By SALINA POSTThe National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a flood watch in effect from 1 a.m. Saturday through Saturday afternoon for the following counties in our area.Clay CountyCloud CountyDickinson CountyOttawa CountyRepublic CountyFlooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.Widespread rain amounts of 1 to 2 inches are likely with locally higher amounts possible, potentially as high as 3 to 4 inches.

UPDATE: Flood watch for some area counties expires