Flash Flood Warning for Central El Paso County and Southeastern Dona Ana County
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A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Central El Paso County in western Texas and Southeastern Dona Ana County in south central New Mexico until 6:00 AM MDT.
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- Record type
- Flash Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Western Texas and South Central New Mexico
- Issued
- September 23, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
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Alert Details
Flash Flood Warning issued by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM. Effective from September 23 at 3:02 AM MDT until September 23 at 6:00 AM MDT.
Affected Areas
Southeastern Dona Ana County in south central New Mexico and Central El Paso County in western Texas. Specific locations include West El Paso, Central El Paso, Northeast El Paso, East El Paso, Far East El Paso, Mission Valley, Horizon City, Clint, Anthony, Santa Teresa, Sunland Park, Canutillo, Anthony Gap and San Elizario.
What You Should Do
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.
Expected Conditions
Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Timeline
The warning is effective from 3:02 AM MDT on September 23, 2026, until 6:00 AM MDT on September 23, 2026.
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