Rain, heavy in some parts of Missouri, are causing some trouble for travelers. Rivers and streams are rising and already are near or above flood stage in a lot of places in Missouri. A forecaster for the weather service in St.Louis expects more rain for the next five days but only minor to moderate flooding.

The state transportation department has maps on its website showing what roads are or will be closed by high water.

http://maps.modot.mo.gov/travelerinformation/

The National Weather Service web page allows consumers to click on the part of the state they want to see, then directs the consumer to a map fo that area. The page also allows viewers to click on state-specific information. That link is:

http://www.nws.noaa.gov/

Your Missourinet affiliate will update you on conditions in your area. For a list of Missourinet affiliates, go to:

www.missourinet.com/https://www.missourinet.com/gestalt/go.cfm?objectid=A6B03563-C09F-1E1C-6B86FF88254A0295