The National Weather Service office in Midland/Odessa has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Pecos, Texas, effective this afternoon, Friday, September 26. The warning was issued at 2:08 PM CDT and remains in effect until 5:15 PM CDT — a roughly three-hour window covering the late afternoon.
A Flash Flood Warning means flooding is already occurring or is imminent in the warned area. This is a step above a watch: conditions on the ground are dangerous right now, not just possible. Heavy rain in a short period can quickly overwhelm low-lying spots, drainage channels, arroyos, and underpasses — terrain in West Texas is especially prone to rapid runoff because dry, hard ground absorbs little water.
Residents in and around Pecos may notice rapidly rising water on streets, water pooling in low areas, swollen creeks or normally dry washes running fast, and reduced visibility during heavy downpours. Travel on local roads could become hazardous quickly, and some low-water crossings may become impassable.
What to do right now
Do not drive through flooded roads. It takes only about six inches of moving water to knock an adult off their feet and roughly a foot of water to float most vehicles. Turn around, find another route.
Move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area, near a creek, or in a spot that has flooded before. Do not wait to see how high the water gets.
Keep monitoring local conditions through this evening’s expiration time of 5:15 PM CDT. Warnings can be extended, or new ones issued, if heavy rain continues or shifts into nearby areas.
This warning comes from the National Weather Service (NWS) office in Midland/Odessa, Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do right now in Pecos?
Stay off flooded roads, avoid low-water crossings and dry washes, and move to higher ground if water is rising near your home. Never drive or walk through moving floodwater.
How long will this last?
The warning is currently in effect until 5:15 PM CDT on September 26. It could be extended or reissued if heavy rain continues, so keep an eye on local updates through the evening.
Is it safe to drive through standing water on the road?
No. The depth and strength of floodwater are hard to judge, and the road underneath may be washed out. Just six inches of moving water can sweep a person down, and about a foot can carry away a car.
What's the difference between a watch and this warning?
A watch means flash flooding is possible; a warning means it is happening or about to happen in your area. A warning calls for immediate action, not just preparation.
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Source: National Weather Service (NWS)
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