Flash Flood Warning Issued for Northeastern Pecos County, TX

Source: NOAA · Northeastern Pecos County, Texas

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NWS Midland/Odessa has issued a Flash Flood Warning for northeastern Pecos County in southwestern Texas until 12:45 PM CDT.

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

This notice was issued by NOAA on June 9, 2026 and geographically references Northeastern Pecos 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

Flash Flood Warning issued by NWS Midland/Odessa TX. Effective from 9:38 AM CDT to 12:45 PM CDT on May 26, 2026. Severity: Severe. Urgency: Immediate. Certainty: Likely.

Affected Areas

Northeastern Pecos County in southwestern Texas, including Fort Stockton, Girvin, Bakersfield, and Fort Stockton-Pecos County Airport. Streams and drainages include Leon Creek, Comanche Creek, Tunas Creek, Sixshooter Draw, Nineteen Draw, and Pecos River.

What You Should Do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement when safe.

Expected Conditions

Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain with expected rainfall rates of 3 to 4 inches in 1 hour. Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, underpasses, and other poor drainage and low-lying areas is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

Timeline

Alert in effect from 9:38 AM CDT until 12:45 PM CDT on May 26, 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 northeastern Pecos County in southwestern Texas until 12:45 PM CDT.
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 Northeastern Pecos County, Texas. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Weather Alerts updates?
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