Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued October 15 at 12:12AM CDT until October 15 at 1:45AM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
October 14, 2026 - 10:12pm
Expires:
October 14, 2026 - 11:45pm
Description:
At 1212 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy
rain across the warned area. Between 1.5 and 3 inches of rain have
fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are possible in
the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Garden City and Saint Lawrence.
Although the heaviest rainfall has largely ended, some roads and
low-lying areas may still be experiencing flooding. Continue to take
precautions!
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law
enforcement and request they pass this information to the National
Weather Service when you can do so safely.
Area Description:
Glasscock, TX
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov