Ector County, TX
Alerts
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Alerts are listed in order of start time and level of severity. Click on the alert title to read details for each alert.
In effect from Friday 10/30 5:27 AM CDT – Friday 10/30 7:15 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
At 527 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. 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... Midland, Odessa, Midland International Air and Space Port, West Odessa, Warfield, Odessa Schlemeyer Field, Midland Airpark and Cotton Flat.
What to Do
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.
Areas Impacted
- Ector, TX
- Midland, TX
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flash Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Flash flooding can develop in hours or minutes, so take protective action now.
- If you are in a low-lying or flood prone area, move to higher ground immediately.
- Stay off bridges over fast-moving water, and away from storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary.
- If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.
In effect from Friday 10/30 7:04 AM CDT – Friday 10/30 10:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
FFWMAF
The National Weather Service in Midland/Odessa has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for... Ector County in western Texas... Midland County in western Texas...
* Until 1000 AM CDT.
* At 704 AM CDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated showers producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Radar and automated gauges.
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... Midland, Odessa, Greenwood, Goldsmith, Midland International Air and Space Port, West Odessa, Warfield, Odessa Schlemeyer Field, Skywest Airport, Cotton Flat, Midland Airpark, Penwell and Spraberry.
What to Do
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.
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.
Areas Impacted
- Ector, TX
- Midland, TX
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flash Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Flash flooding can develop in hours or minutes, so take protective action now.
- If you are in a low-lying or flood prone area, move to higher ground immediately.
- Stay off bridges over fast-moving water, and away from storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary.
- If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.
In effect from Friday 10/30 4:31 AM CDT – Friday 10/30 7:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
What
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
Where
Portions of southeast New Mexico, including the following areas, Central Lea, Eddy County Plains, Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County, Northern Lea and Southern Lea and Texas, including the following areas, Andrews, Borden, Central Brewster, Chinati Mountains, Chisos Basin, Crane, Davis Mountains, Davis Mountains Foothills, Dawson, Eastern Culberson, Ector, Gaines, Glasscock, Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet, Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains, Howard, Loving, Lower Brewster County, Marfa Plateau, Martin, Midland, Mitchell, Pecos, Presidio Valley, Reagan, Reeves County Plains, Scurry, Terrell, Upton, Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor, Ward and Winkler.
When
Through this afternoon.
Impacts
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded.
Additional Details
- Deep moisture has spread over the entire area ahead of an approaching upper level storm system. Numerous to widespread showers and thunderstorms will be capable of producing heavy rainfall over these areas. 1 to 3 inches of rainfall with locally higher totals will be possible, which could result in areas of flash flooding, especially urban areas where drainage is poor. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Areas Impacted
- Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County
- Eddy County Plains
- Northern Lea County
- Central Lea County
- Southern Lea County
- Gaines
- Dawson
- Borden
- Scurry
- Andrews
- Martin
- Howard
- Mitchell
- Loving
- Winkler
- Ector
- Midland
- Glasscock
- Ward
- Crane
- Upton
- Reagan
- Pecos
- Terrell
- Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet
- Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains
- Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor
- Eastern Culberson County
- Reeves County Plains
- Chinati Mountains
- Marfa Plateau
- Davis Mountains
- Davis Mountains Foothills
- Central Brewster County
- Chisos Basin
- Presidio Valley
- Lower Brewster County
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property.
- Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood.
- Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan.
- Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.
If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Flash Flood Watch
Created by the NWS Midland/Odessa WFO
Our confidence is increasing that an upper-level system will bring heavy rainfall and a risk of flash flooding to West Texas and southeastern New Mexico today through Friday afternoon.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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