Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:04PM CDT until July 18 at 10:30PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 18, 2026 - 7:04pm
Expires:
July 18, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
At 904 PM CDT, the public reported flash flooding on Buffalo Gap
Street in northern Midland County in the Lone Star community. Between
1.5 and 4.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flooding impacts will
continue, but little additional rainfall is expected. 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...
Midland, Lenorah, Tarzan, Courtney and Stanton Municipal Aiport.
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:
Andrews, TX; Martin, TX; Midland, TX
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender: