Flash Flood Warning Issued in Jeff Davis and Reeves, Texas

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Jeff Davis and Reeves Counties in Texas.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 9:43 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 10:45 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as likely.

Storm Details

Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. 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. Toyah, Balmorhea, Balmorhea State Park, Balmorhea Lake, Saragosa, Toyahvale and Star Mountain

Areas Affected

The warning covers Jeff Davis and Reeves Counties in Texas.

Safety Information

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. 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.