Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued May 26 at 9:18AM CDT until May 26 at 11:15AM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 26, 2026 - 7:18am
Expires:
May 26, 2026 - 9:15am
Description:
At 918 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy
rain in At 8:15 AM CDT, the Upton County Sheriff reported flooding on
US Highway 67 between McCamey and Rankin. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of
rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 3 to 4 inches in 1
hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in
the warned area. Flash flooding is already occurring.
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...
McCamey, Rankin, Midkiff, King Mountain and Upton County Airport.
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:
Glasscock, TX; Midland, TX; Reagan, TX; Upton, TX
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
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