BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Baltimore area.

The watch will remain in effect until midnight on Saturday night.

Forecasters say several rounds of slow moving showers and thunderstorms are possible through this evening. Rainfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour may lead to flash flooding, especially in poor drainage and urban areas.

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.

Residents should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

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