While nearly an inch of rain was in the gauge in Hays from a heavy early morning rain Monday, the Ellis area received much more of a downpour.

There were multiple reports of rainfall in excess of 4 inches as of 8 a.m. Monday morning, with several other exceeding 3 inches.

Trego and Rush counties also were in the path of the heavy rain. A report southeast of WaKeeney showed more than 3 inches in the gauge this morning, and there was a report of 3.27 inches just north of La Crosse.

Rain exceeding 2 inches also fell throughout Sheridan County, while western Russell County received just more than a half inch. The eastern portion of the county received just trace amounts of precipitation.

In Hays, the rain resulted in flooded streets during the Monday morning commute.

Rain is expected to persist into Monday evening. Click HERE for the complete extended forecast.