Heavy rain has fallen across much of the area causing flash flooding.
Potter/Randall County
Amarillo
The Amarillo Fire Department reported multiple water rescues.
AFD said the following roads were closed:
45th and HillsideI-40 and Western
NB I-40 exit to Paramount
Armstrong County
TxDOT said SH 207 was closed in both directions from I-40 to US 287 due to water over the roadway. It reopened around 11:30 p.m.
“Please stay off the roadways if possible,” said TxDOT.
“The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for Armstrong County, and we are seeing why,” said Sheriff Melissa Anderson.
Hwy 287 through Claude is flooded, and the majority of the county roads are impassable at this time.
“Please pay attention!! Watch for flooded lanes and other vehicles if you must travel,” said Anderson.
Castro County
The Castro County Sheriff’s Office said the Texas Department of Transportation closed FM 1057 north of FM 2397 and south of U.S. Highway 60 near Summerfield. The road will remain closed until water levels recede, the sheriff’s office said.
Parmer County
In Parmer County, the sheriff’s office reported several roads in Precinct 3 are closed and not passable:
County Road 5 from County Road T to County Road R.State Line Road from County Road Q to County Road S.
The sheriff’s office said other roads could remain underwater for several days and warned that more closures are possible with additional rain expected this week.
For the latest on road conditions, go to drivetexas.org.
Curry County
In Clovis, Police Chief Trevor Thron urged drivers not to drive through flooded streets or around barricades as a flood watch remains in effect until 6 a.m. Wednesday.
The National Weather Service forecast calls for 1 to 2.5 inches of rain in the Clovis area Tuesday, with much of the rainfall expected between 3 p.m. and midnight, according to the city.
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Thron said last week’s rainfall left the ground saturated and many playa lakes at capacity. Clovis Public Works crews are preparing to barricade streets known to flood if conditions require it.
More than 40 vehicles became disabled in high water during storms last week, placing added strain on police, fire and emergency response crews, Thron said.
Residents needing assistance can contact Clovis police dispatch at 575-769-1921. In an emergency, call 911.
Given the potential for flooding and hazardous road conditions, Clovis Municipal Schools will transition to virtual/remote instruction Wednesday.
Roosevelt County
Portales is also under a flood watch until 6 a.m. Wednesday. The National Weather Service forecasts 1.5 to 3 inches of rain in the area.
The City of Portales said saturated soil has limited capacity to absorb additional water, increasing the flooding risk. Officials urged drivers to use caution after dark, when reduced visibility can make standing or rushing water harder to see.
“Turn around, don’t drown,” the city said.