A flood watch is in effect starting at 2 p.m. on July 17 through midnight, as the excessive rain may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams and other low-lying and flood-prone locations, the ...

It can be difficult to understand the difference between them and what you should do when there is one in your area.

What's the difference between a flash flood watch and a flash flood warning? KOAT Chief Meteorologist Byron Morton provided an explainer on what they mean and what those in impacted areas should do.

FEMA’s maps are essential tools for identifying flood risks, but they have significant gaps that limit their effectiveness.