Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 8:42PM CDT until July 18 at 10:45PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 18, 2026 - 6:42pm
Expires:
July 18, 2026 - 8:45pm
Description:
At 842 PM CDT, the public reported flash flooding in Colorado City.
Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall
amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding
is already occurring.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.
SOURCE...Public reported.
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...
Colorado City, Loraine, Champion Creek Reservoir, Lake Colorado
City, Lake Colorado City State Park, Colorado City Airport,
Westbrook, Buford and Dunn.
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:
Mitchell, TX; Scurry, TX
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender: