Rain In the Forecast; Franklin Road Closes

Those puddles that seem to be disappearing this morning? They're likely to return this afternoon.

Another round of heavy rain and thunderstorms that could cause flooding and gusts of wind is expected today. According to the National Weather Service, based in Pontiac, a storm coming from the Indiana area will hit this afternoon. A flood warning remains in effect until tonight.

This is after the 2 to 4 inches that fell across Oakland County on Wednesday. The weather may have affected Franklin Road to the point of a sink hole developing there, according to public information officer Craig Bryson, of the Road Commission for Oakland County.

The sink hole at Franklin Road in between Walnut Lake Road and Quarton Road in Bloomfield Township developed over night and closed the road beginning at about 9:30 a.m., according to a press release issued by Bryson. It is not known how long it will take to repair the road. The detour route suggested by the Road Commission is at Walnut Lake Road to Inkster Road to Quarton Road to Franklin Road and vice versa.

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

West Bloomfield Police Lt. Tim Diamond reported six car accidents Wednesday, with none involving injuries. Diamond said that the number of accidents were "no higher than any other given day."

There were no power outages reported in the West Bloomfield Township area.

"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: Mostly sunny.

Monday, Memorial Day: Mostly sunny (with a high near 88.)