First published Oct 30, 2026, 12:35:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 30, 2026, 12:35:15 PM UTC

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Flash Flood Warning — NWS Midland/Odessa TX

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Flash Flood Warning issued October 30 at 7:02AM CDT until October 30 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

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A National Weather Service warning for Dawson and Gaines counties, Texas, reported flash flooding ongoing or expected shortly after 1 to 2 inches of rain. The warning was in effect until 10:00 AM CDT.

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Affected location: Dawson and Gaines counties, Texas
The warning was in effect until 10:00 AM CDT.

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The warning advises people not to drive on flooded roads and to turn around when encountering them.

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Confidence: 8/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 2/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 4/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Urgency: 9/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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U.S. National Weather Service Alerts NWS Flash Flood Warning issued October 30 at 7:02AM CDT until October 30 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

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