Flash Flood Warning Issued in Culberson, Texas

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the for Culberson County in Texas.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 4:16 AM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 8:15 AM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as likely.

Storm Details

/316 AM MDT/, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen in the past 1 to 2 hours. Additional showers and thunderstorms will continue to develop and move over the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly

Hazards

Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms

Potential 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. Van Horn, Plateau, Culberson County Airport, Lobo, as well as portions of Interstate 10, U.S. Highway 90, and State Highway 54

Areas Affected

The warning covers Culberson County in Texas.

Safety Information

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. In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.