First published Oct 30, 2026, 12:34:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 30, 2026, 3:39:15 PM UTC

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Flash Flood Warning — NWS Midland/Odessa TX

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Flash Flood Warning issued October 30 at 7:00AM CDT until October 30 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

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The National Weather Service warned of flash flooding in Howard, Mitchell, and Scurry counties, Texas, through 1:15 p.m. CDT on October 30. Radar indicated heavy rain, and flash flooding was already occurring.

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Affected location: Howard, Mitchell, and Scurry counties, Texas

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Oct 30, 2026, 3:08 PM UTC
The National Weather Service warned of flash flooding in Howard, Mitchell, and Scurry counties, Texas, through 1:15 p.m. CDT on October 30. Radar indicated heavy rain, and flash flooding was already occurring.
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