The National Weather Service in Wilmington says that there is still a chance for strong rains and flooding as storms continue to pound Central Ohio.

Damage from tornadoes and severe weather was significant at first light Thursday. With more rain coming, major flooding is likely to follow.

Today is going to be an active weather day if all the ingredients come together. Any strong storm that forms today could produce damaging wind and hail.

On Thursday at 1 a.m. the National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 7 a.m. for Mercer County.

At 3:42 a.m. on Thursday, the National Weather Service released a severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 7 a.m. for Allegheny, Beaver, Greene, Lawrence and Washington counties.

Rain chances continue into Friday and Saturday morning. While not every day will be a washout, the likelihood of heavier rain will go up by the end of the week. Rain totals could range from 2 to 5 inches in some locations once this is all said and done.

A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for counties across western Pennsylvania on Wednesday afternoon.

According to the National Weather Service Indianapolis office, the city’s south side registered a little over 2.5 inches, while the north side got about 1.5 inches of rain. More heavy rain is coming with a flood watch through Sunday,