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Flash flood warning issued for Franklin County, afternoon storms continue - The Columbus Dispatch
Loop 289's underpass at Quaker Avenue was completely impassable earlier today, submerged under several feet of water after intense, fast-moving storms hammered Lubbock.
Emergency services fielded numerous calls from the Tech Terrace and Overton Park neighborhoods, where streets like 23rd Street and University Avenue became temporary rivers. City officials strongly advised residents to avoid all non-essential travel, especially near known low-water crossings. Many businesses in the Depot District saw reduced foot traffic as the rain continued.
For ordinary Lubbockites, this meant snarled traffic and unexpected detours around major thoroughfares like the Marsha Sharp Freeway. Property owners in areas prone to pooling water are now checking for damage. The abrupt weather shift forced people to change plans. Today's localized deluge delivered more rainfall in one hour than we typically see in an entire dry spring month.
Common questions
Where did the flooding occur in Lubbock?
- Flash flooding was reported across central Lubbock, specifically impacting the Loop 289 underpass at Quaker Avenue, which became impassable. Streets in the Tech Terrace and Overton Park neighborhoods, like 23rd Street and University Avenue, also turned into temporary rivers.
What caused the flash flooding in Lubbock?
- The flash flooding in Lubbock was caused by intense, fast-moving thunderstorms that rapidly developed across the South Plains. Over two inches of rain fell in less than an hour in some areas, quickly overwhelming the city's drainage infrastructure.
What areas should Lubbock residents avoid?
- Lubbock residents are strongly advised to avoid all non-essential travel, especially near known low-water crossings. The Loop 289 underpass at Quaker Avenue was completely impassable, and streets in Tech Terrace and Overton Park were significantly affected by floodwaters.
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