Heavy rain could bring additional 4 inches to Twin Lakes Area

North central Arkansas and parts of southern Missouri are bracing for more severe weather and potential flooding as showers and thunderstorms continue to sweep through the region.Heavy rainfall has already soaked several areas over the past 24 to 36 hours, with reported totals ranging from two to more than five inches. Thunderstorms are ongoing, and forecasters warn that additional strong storms could strike throughout the morning. There have already been reports of powerful wind gusts and small hail in some areas, with heavy rain remaining the primary concern for the immediate forecast period.

“We may start to see a break this afternoon,” said Willy Gilmore, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in North Little Rock. He noted that temperatures could climb into the mid-70s before another round of showers and thunderstorms arrives in the evening and overnight hours. The new storm system is expected to deliver an additional two to four inches of rain, raising the risk of flash flooding across the region. Residents are urged to stay alert for potential flood threats and the possibility of severe storms.

Gilmore also highlighted a continuing risk of damaging winds and even isolated tornadoes, with northwest Arkansas expected to face the strongest storms overnight as the weather system tracks eastward. While the most severe activity should taper off by Tuesday morning, scattered showers and cloudy skies are likely to linger, with afternoon highs only reaching the mid to upper 60s.

By Tuesday afternoon, conditions are expected to improve gradually. The midweek outlook calls for dry weather on Wednesday, though temperatures will stay in the mid to upper 60s. Rain chances could return later in the week.

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