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Lubbock, TX Weather Alert: Severe Storms, Flooding Oct. 13-14
Lubbock, TX – Residents across the Texas Panhandle, South Plains and Rolling Plains face a potentially hazardous overnight weather period beginning Tuesday evening, Oct. 13, as thunderstorms threaten
By Owen Prescott · 2026-10-13T10:40:55.005Z
Lubbock, TX – Residents across the Texas Panhandle, South Plains and Rolling Plains face a potentially hazardous overnight weather period beginning Tuesday evening, Oct. 13, as thunderstorms threaten to bring damaging wind gusts, hail and heavy rainfall capable of producing flash flooding through Wednesday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Lubbock, storms are expected to affect much of the region Tuesday evening into early Wednesday, Oct. 14, with some locations potentially receiving 1 to 2 inches of rainfall.
Flash Flooding Possible Overnight
Forecasters have identified a Level 2 of 4 slight risk for excessive rainfall across a broad portion of the region, including areas near Lubbock, Plainview, Post and Childress.
This designation means scattered flash flooding is possible, particularly in urban areas, low lying locations and roads with poor drainage.
The Weather Service warns that heavy rainfall could produce localized street flooding and rapidly changing driving conditions.
Motorists traveling Tuesday night or early Wednesday should avoid flooded roads and monitor local weather alerts.
Severe Storms Could Bring Damaging Winds
Along with heavy rain, thunderstorms may produce wind gusts around 60 mph or stronger and hail potentially approaching golf ball size.
The Storm Prediction Center places portions of the northeastern South Plains and southeastern Texas Panhandle, including areas near Matador and Childress, under a Level 2 of 5 slight risk for severe thunderstorms.
Other communities, including Lubbock, Plainview and Post, are within a Level 1 marginal risk area.
The National Weather Service indicates tornadoes are unlikely, although residents should remain alert for changing storm conditions.
Travel Concerns Continue Into Wednesday
The primary severe weather and heavy rainfall window extends from Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning.
Drivers along regional highways and rural roads should be prepared for reduced visibility, standing water and potentially hazardous conditions during heavier thunderstorms.
Residents are encouraged to secure loose outdoor objects, keep weather alerts enabled and identify a safe indoor location if severe storms develop.
Forecast details may change as thunderstorms organize and move across West Texas overnight.