Oct 5, 2018
An upper trough to the west of the region was heading east and increased lift as upper level disturbances moved over the area. Good surface heating was present along with good low-level moisture. Instability and wind shear were also good across the area. These conditions resulted in hail and flash flooding across parts of West Texas.
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 784955). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Gaines County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.