New Mexico Flash Flood Warning - [Severity] | Effective 05/21/2026 16:38

Headline: 
Flash Flood Warning issued May 21 at 5:38PM MDT until May 21 at 7:15PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event: 
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
May 21, 2026 - 4:38pm
Expires: 
May 21, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description: 
At 538 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain had moved east beyond the area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Flooding impacts will continue, but little to no additional rainfall is expected. 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... Gladiola.
Instruction: 
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.
Area Description: 
Lea, NM
Forcast Office: 
NWS Midland/Odessa TX