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Heavy to Excessive Rainfall This Week from the Southwest into Central U.S.; Severe Weather in the Southern Plains

Pacific tropical moisture wrapping into a storm will continue a multi-day heavy rainfall event this week that will impact multiple areas in the Plains and Intermountain West. Isolated severe thunderstorm wind gusts and possibly a tornado or two could occur tonight from southern and eastern New Mexico into west Texas. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, Sep 29, 2026 at 9:38:22 pm MDT

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A Flood Watch is in effect area-wide through Wednesday morning.
A Wind Advisory is in effect for far west Texas and portions of south central New Mexico from 3PM to Midnight Tuesday. Southwest winds at 20-30 mph are likely with wind gusts up to 55 mph possible.
Moderate Risk of flash flooding today
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