Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued April 26 at 6:41AM CDT until April 26 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 26, 2025 - 4:41am
Expires:
April 26, 2025 - 5:00am
Description:
At 641 AM CDT, Local law enforcement reported thunderstorms
producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 3 inches
of rain have fallen. Flooding impacts will continue, but no
additional rainfall is expected. Flash flooding is already occurring.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Law enforcement 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...
Memphis, Turkey, Brice, Estelline, Lakeview and Plaska Community.
State highway 256 between Memphis and Lakeview and US Highway 287
from Estelline to Memphis have been closed due to flooding.
Instruction:
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.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Childress, TX; Hall, TX
Forcast Office:
NWS Lubbock TX