Lea County, NM

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In effect from Saturday 09/19 2:37 PM MDT – Saturday 09/19 3:30 PM MDT

Issued by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

At 237 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near McDonald, or 9 miles northeast of Lovington, moving east at 10 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.

Locations impacted include... McDonald and Gladiola.

What to Do

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.


Areas Impacted

  • Northern Lea County
  • Central Lea County

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From the Forecaster

Rain Returns Today

Created by the NWS Midland/Odessa WFO

Here is an update for today and tonight's rain/storm potential. Heavy rainfall leading to localized flash flooding and strong to severe winds are expected with the strongest storms. Not all locations will receive rain, but at least have a chance!

Weather graphic from National Weather Service Midland/Odessa titled "Rain/Storms Return for Many Today" (Updated Saturday, Sep 19, 2026).

The image includes two maps comparing rain probabilities for This Afternoon and Tonight, alongside a Key Points section.

This Afternoon shows scattered storms (30-60%, dark green) over western and southern areas including Van Horn, Fort Stockton, Alpine, and Presidio, with isolated storms (10-30%, light green) across Pecos, near Midland/Odessa, Carlsbad, Hobbs, Lamesa, and Snyder.

Tonight shows scattered storm coverage expanding eastward across Van Horn, Alpine, Presidio, Fort Stockton, Pecos, Big Lake, Sanderson, Lamesa, Snyder, and Big Spring, with isolated coverage shifting west toward Tatum, Artesia, Carlsbad, and Hobbs.

Key Points note potential for locally damaging winds, frequent lightning, and heavy rain causing localized flash flooding. Above-normal temps continue through Monday.

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