More Rain, Flooding in Forecast Today; Power Restored in Clawson

Think you've seen the worst of it? Perhaps not.

The National Weather Service predicts another round of heavy rain and thunderstorms that could cause flooding and gusts of wind is expected today. Storms and heavy rainful from northern Indiana are expected to move into southeast Michigan this afternoon.

"Additional rainfall this afternoon may worsen the ongoing flooding or lead to new flooding as soils remain saturated," the weather service says. "The flood warning will therefore remain in effect through this evening."

A reported 2 to 4 inches of rain fell across Oakland County on Wednesday.

Cities across the metro area reported flooded roads and creeks, as well as power outages and even water boil warnings.

In Clawson, DTE Energy spokesman Alejandro Bodipo-Memba said Thursday morning that less than 1,000 customers were without power. But at about 1:35 p.m., he said all power in Clawson had been restored. 

The Clawson Department of Public Works reported no flooded roads in Clawson this morning and a police say there were at least two reported car accidents on Wednesday.

At Tri-City Ace Hardware in Clawson, owner Dan Klepp said they had only sold a few sump pumps and shop vacs on Thursday.

"Nothing dramatic," Klepp said. For residents who do have flooded basements, sump pumps cost between $69-$120 in the store and shop vacs $39-$129.

"Do not underestimate the power of flood waters," stated a warning from the weather service. "Only a few inches of rapidly flowing water can quickly carry away your vehicle."

Here's a look at what's to come, according to forecasts:

• Today: Scattered showers, then periods of showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 11 a.m. 
• Tonight: Showers likely, with gusts as high as 20 mph. 
• Friday: A 40 percent chance of more showers.
• Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. 
• Sunday: Partly sunny.
• Monday, Memorial Day: Mostly sunny (with a high near 88.)