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Flash Flood — Andrews, TX

Jun 7, 2023

A weak disturbance within the sub-tropical jet stream and a stationary front across the Permian Basin aided in the development of numerous afternoon and evening thunderstorms. These thunderstorms produced large hail, severe winds, and flash flooding across portions of the region.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1110120). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Andrews, TX

This event is one of many recorded floods in Andrews County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.

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