Heavy rain is expected across the Ozarks today.

Thunderstorms with heavy rain are expected across the area today. A few of the stronger storms will be capable of producing 40 to 50 mph winds. #mowx #kswx pic.twitter.com/oiVWR6e3y4

— NWS Springfield (@NWSSpringfield) July 16, 2021

The National Weather Service says the heaviest rain will fall this morning.

Up to three inches of rain is expected, but some places could see heavier amounts of up to five inches.

There’s a Flash Flood Watch in effect until 1 p.m. Friday.

A flash flood watch is in effect through 1 pm for most of the area. Heavy rain from thunderstorms training across the same locations will be possible, which may lead to some flash flooding. 1 to 3 inches with localized higher amounts possible. #mowx #kswx pic.twitter.com/bRcR0bdHtM

— NWS Springfield (@NWSSpringfield) July 16, 2021