EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — More showers and thunderstorms are expected across the Borderland Thursday night and Friday, bringing the potential for heavy rainfall and additional flooding before conditions improve in time for Halloween.
According to the National Weather Service, substantial moisture moving into the region from northern Mexico, including some associated with Tropical Storm Vance, will help fuel showers and thunderstorms Thursday afternoon and evening.
Forecasters say slow-moving storms could produce heavy rainfall and localized flooding, particularly in areas that have already received significant rainfall.
The threat comes as residents in the Horizon City area continue cleaning up after severe flash flooding earlier this week damaged homes, swept vehicles into streets and forced emergency evacuations.
After a brief break in the rain Friday morning, another round of showers and thunderstorms is expected to develop during the afternoon.
Storms will generally move from west to east, with some potentially becoming strong, particularly across western portions of the region.
Rain and thunderstorms could continue into the overnight hours before conditions begin improving Saturday.
There is some good news for families planning to celebrate Halloween.
Forecasters expect a break in the unsettled weather Saturday, Oct. 31, as the system responsible for Friday’s storms moves out of the region.
Dry conditions are expected across the Borderland, providing a favorable forecast for trick-or-treaters and other Halloween activities.
The dry weather will be short-lived.
Another Pacific storm system is expected to move into the region Sunday, bringing renewed chances for showers, thunderstorms and potentially heavy rainfall.
While this system is expected to move relatively quickly, forecasters say enough moisture will be available to create another risk of localized flooding.
A cold front is also expected to move through late Sunday night, bringing slightly below-average temperatures to the region early next week.
Drier and quieter weather is expected to return as the new week progresses.
Residents are encouraged to monitor changing weather conditions, particularly in flood-prone areas, and avoid driving through flooded roadways.
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