The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning effective the evening of September 30, beginning at 8:59 PM CDT and running until 11:30 PM CDT. The warning covers eight areas: Glasscock, Reagan, Upton, Pecos, and Terrell counties in Texas, along with Lancaster, Saline, and Seward counties in Nebraska.
A Flash Flood Warning means flooding is either happening now or expected to begin shortly. This is different from a watch, which only means conditions are favorable. Flash floods can develop in minutes, especially after heavy rain, and are most dangerous in low-lying areas, near creeks and arroyos, on rural roads, and at low-water crossings.
Residents in the warned areas may notice rapidly rising water on roads, water pooling in normally dry spots, swollen streams, and heavy runoff from streets and fields. Drivers should be especially cautious: it takes only about six inches of moving water to knock an adult down, and roughly a foot of water can carry away a small car.
What to do right now
If you are in one of the warned counties, move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area, and never attempt to drive or walk through flooded roads – turn around, don’t drown. Avoid underpasses and low-water crossings, keep a phone charged for additional alerts, and stay off the roads if possible until the warning expires at 11:30 PM CDT.
Keep monitoring local radio or weather alerts in case the warning is extended or upgraded. If water enters your home, move to the highest level and avoid contact with floodwater, which can carry debris and contamination.
Data for this alert comes from the National Weather Service (NWS), with this warning issued by the NWS Midland/Odessa, Texas office.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do right now if I'm in a warned county?
Move away from low-lying areas, creeks, and low-water crossings, and avoid driving through any flooded road. The warning runs until 11:30 PM CDT, so staying put in a safe, elevated location is the best option.
How long will this warning last?
The warning is currently set to expire at 11:30 PM CDT on September 30, though the NWS can extend or reissue it if heavy rain continues.
Which areas are affected?
The warning covers Glasscock, Reagan, Upton, Pecos, and Terrell counties in Texas, plus Lancaster, Saline, and Seward counties in Nebraska – eight areas in total.
Is it safe to drive during a flash flood warning?
Only if necessary, and never through water-covered roads. About a foot of moving water can sweep away a vehicle, and flood depth is often impossible to judge at night.
Keep tracking this:
Source: National Weather Service (NWS)
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