Amarillo, Texas – A Flood Watch is in effect for the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles until 6 a.m. Wednesday as heavy rainfall and excessive runoff could lead to flooding in multiple areas. Flooding risks are particularly high for low-lying and flood-prone locations.
According to the National Weather Service, the watch covers parts of Texas counties including Armstrong, Carson, Dallam, Deaf Smith, Hansford, Hartley, Hutchinson, Lipscomb, Moore, Ochiltree, Oldham, Palo Duro Canyon, Potter, Randall, and Sherman, as well as Cimarron, Texas, and Beaver counties in Oklahoma. The rainfall could cause flooding in urban areas, low-water crossings, and poor drainage spots.
Impacts are expected across cities like Amarillo, Dumas, and Borger, with potential flooding on roads and creeks. Areas prone to flooding should remain alert and prepared to act quickly should conditions worsen.
Residents in the affected regions are advised to monitor weather updates closely and be ready to take action if necessary. Flooding could also affect popular locations like Palo Duro Canyon State Park and Bushland. The rain is expected to subside by Wednesday morning, but further advisories may follow if conditions change.
