Flash Flood Warning Issued for South Central Brewster County, Texas
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NWS Midland/Odessa has issued a Flash Flood Warning for South Central Brewster County until 11:00 PM CDT on September 4, 2026, due to thunderstorms producing heavy rain.
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- Record type
- Flash Flood Warning
- Affected area
- South Central Brewster County, Texas
- Issued
- September 5, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Midland/Odessa TX
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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 8:07 PM CDT on September 4, 2026, until 11:00 PM CDT on September 4, 2026.
Affected Areas
The warning covers South Central Brewster County in southwestern Texas, including Panther Junction, Persimmon Gap, Big Bend National Park, and Chisos Basin.
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. 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
Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 1.5 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible. Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Timeline
The Flash Flood Warning is in effect from 8:07 PM CDT until 11:00 PM CDT on September 4, 2026.
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