Flash Flood Warning Issued for East Central Jeff Davis County, TX

Source: NOAA · East Central Jeff Davis County, Texas

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NWS Midland/Odessa has issued a Flash Flood Warning for East Central Jeff Davis County until 7:30 PM CDT on June 5 due to thunderstorms producing heavy rain.

What this NWS weather alert tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by NOAA on June 23, 2026 and geographically references East Central Jeff Davis County, Texas. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — Weather Alerts — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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Alert Details

A Flash Flood Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Midland/Odessa TX. The alert is effective from 4:27 PM CDT on June 5, 2026, until 7:30 PM CDT on June 5, 2026.

Affected Areas

East Central Jeff Davis County in southwestern Texas.

What You Should Do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route. Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or creeks.

Expected Conditions

At 4:27 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. Hazard is flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

Timeline

The warning is in effect from 4:27 PM CDT until 7:30 PM CDT on June 5, 2026.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NWS weather alert.

What is this NWS weather alert about?
NWS Midland/Odessa has issued a Flash Flood Warning for East Central Jeff Davis County until 7:30 PM CDT on June 5 due to thunderstorms producing heavy rain.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects East Central Jeff Davis County, Texas. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Weather Alerts updates?
Browse the full Weather Alerts feed on Areazine at areazine.com/weather/ for the latest updates from NOAA and other agencies.