Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued June 4 at 8:07AM MDT until June 4 at 10:30AM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 4, 2026 - 7:07am
Expires:
June 4, 2026 - 9:30am
Description:
At 807 AM MDT /907 AM CDT/, Lea County emergency management reported
roadway flooding across state hwy 18 between Hobbs and Lovington.
Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has fallen. Flash flooding is already
occurring.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Emergency management reported.
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...
Hobbs, Lovington, Seminole, Seagraves, Humble City, Seagraves
Airport, Higginbotham, Knowles, Paynes Corner, Industrial Airpark,
Gaines County Park and Loop.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Lea, NM; Gaines, TX
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX