06/17/2026
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch in Eaton and Ingham counties from this afternoon (June 17) through late tonight. Heavy rain (2-5 inches) is expected, which may result in flooding of creeks, streams, low-lying/flood-prone locations, poor drainage areas, and urban areas.
{THIS WATCH HAS EXPIRED}
Eaton County Emergency Management:
FLOOD WATCH issued June 17 at 3:05AM EDT until June 18 at 2:00AM EDT by US National Weather Service Grand Rapids Michigan
🌊WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
📍WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Michigan, including the following counties, in south central Michigan, Calhoun, Eaton, Ingham and Jackson. In southwest Michigan, Allegan, Barry, Kalamazoo and Van Buren.
⏰ WHEN...From this afternoon through late tonight.
⚠️IMPACTS...Heavy rain may result in flooding of creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.
➕ ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There is a potential for 2 to 4 inches of rain, locally up to 5 inches, to fall in portions of the watch area from mid afternoon into the evening.
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roads.
