El Paso, Texas – Flash flooding could pose a serious risk across western Texas and eastern New Mexico through Saturday as a stalled front brings rounds of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms to the region.
According to the National Weather Service’s Weather Prediction Center, a “slight” risk for excessive rainfall—meaning a 15–40% chance of flash flooding—is in effect Friday and Saturday for areas including El Paso, Midland, Roswell, and Lubbock. Rain will be locally intense, especially where storms repeatedly track over the same areas.
Flood-prone zones, including low-lying roads, dry creek beds, and underpasses, may become quickly impassable. Officials urge drivers to avoid flooded roadways and follow the reminder: “Turn Around, Don’t Drown.”
The rainfall threat shifts slightly east by Saturday, expanding into parts of Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Mississippi. Rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches are possible in some areas, with isolated higher amounts. Urban areas and rural flash-flood corridors alike should remain alert for fast-developing hazards.
Localized rain is also expected across the northern Plains, though with a lower flooding risk.
Rain and flooding risks may persist through the weekend, with additional advisories likely. Stay updated via NOAA and local emergency alerts.
