Heavy rain moved into Allegan County during the early morning hours. 75 inches of rain fell in the city of Allegan in one hour.
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Heavy rain moved into Allegan County during the early morning hours. 2.37 inches of rain fell in less than 2 hours in Plainwell, and 2.75 inches of rain fell in the city of Allegan in one hour. This caused minor roadway flooding in Plainwell, and in the city of Allegan.
The Grand Rapids radar (KGRR), 51 km away, was scanning. The volume nearest the first event began at 12:00 UTC.
1 flash flood. Local standard time, as filed.
Weather spotters reported minor roadway flooding in Plainwell and in the city of Allegan.
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