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BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - Sunday night’s storms left the Brazos Valley ground extremely saturated, especially areas east of Highway 6. In anticipation of yet another round of widespread rain that could be heavy at times, the National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch. This Watch is in effect through Friday afternoon, as lingering rain is anticipated.

Brazos Valley Flood Watch - May 2nd(kbtx)

Though quarter sized hail and wind gusts 50mph+ are still possible with the strongest storms we see through Thursday, the primary concern is still for flooding, which could make more than a few headaches for Thursday morning’s drive.

Latest data can be found on the KBTX Weather app, online, and on air as necessary through Thursday morning.

Thursday morning data suggests the more widespread rain and thunderstorms are expected to continue tracking to the east, dumping heavy rain over already saturated soils.

Widespread rain and storms, some severe and producing heavy rainfall, are expected into the... — Widespread rain and storms, some severe and producing heavy rainfall, are expected into the morning hours Thursday.(KBTX)

The main concern will be for hazardous driving conditions due to flooding. Some of the hardest hit areas of the Brazos Valley picked up nearly a foot of rainfall Sunday night through early Monday. These already waterlogged areas have been drenched by rain yet again this morning. Widespread totals will settle between 2″-4″ with isolated areas collecting 5″-8″ under the strongest and heaviest storms. As storms dissipate through Thursday, additional time will be needed for waters to recede, hence the Watch lasting through Friday.

The primary concern with each round will be flooding. However, all severe hazards are possible. Additional updates can be found wherever you get your information from the KBTX Weather team, including the app.