Flash-Flooding Storm Over the Rockies Swings Into the Plains Through Sunday, Bringing Thunderstorms to Texas and the Season’s First Snow Near Laramie
DENVER, COLORADO — A slow-moving storm that has been triggering flash flooding in the Rockies is set to push northeast through Sunday, spreading showers, rain and thunderstorms from the Southwest to the Upper Midwest, and finishing on a colder note with the first snowfall of the season for some areas.
Where the Storm Is Headed
The center of low pressure sits near the Arizona and Nevada border, close to Las Vegas, and is forecast to track northeast toward the Plains through the weekend.
What Each Area Can Expect Through Sunday
| Weather Type | Areas Highlighted |
|---|---|
| Thunderstorms | El Paso, Albuquerque, Roswell, Lubbock, Amarillo, Dodge City |
| Rain | Denver, North Platte and parts of the central Plains |
| Showers | Salt Lake City, Rapid City, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Duluth, Minneapolis |
| Rain and Snow | Around Laramie, Wyoming |
Thunderstorms Across New Mexico and West Texas
The most active weather is expected along a wide band of thunderstorms stretching from El Paso and Albuquerque through Roswell, Lubbock and Amarillo, and up into Dodge City, Kansas.
Flash Flooding in the Rockies
The same system has already been producing flash flooding in the Rockies. Additional rain in mountainous terrain can quickly send water rushing through canyons, low spots and burn scars.
First Snow of the Season Near Laramie
As colder air wraps in behind the storm, a zone of rain mixing with snow is shown around Laramie, Wyoming. For parts of the northern Plains, this could mean the first snowflakes of the season.
Showers Reach the Northern Plains and Upper Midwest
Lighter showers are expected farther north, from Salt Lake City and Rapid City to Bismarck, Grand Forks, Duluth and Minneapolis.
Safety Tips for the Weekend
- Never drive through flooded roads, especially in mountain areas
- Watch for sudden temperature drops and slick spots where snow mixes in
- Keep weather alerts on in thunderstorm zones across New Mexico, Texas and Kansas
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