Lubbock, TX

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Last Map Update: Sat, Aug 22, 2026 at 6:04:32 am CDT

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A Heat Advisory is in effect Saturday from noon to 8 PM for the Rolling Plains, far southeastern Texas Panhandle, and southeastern South Plains.

Isolated storms may develop this afternoon over the southern Texas Panhandle and drift southward into the Rolling Plains and South Plains. These storms will be primarily capable of producing wind gusts up to 70 mph along with localized heavy rainfall.

Even hotter temperatures are expected Saturday afternoon. Isolated storms will be possible from late this afternoon into the evening hours area wide.

Temperatures will remain above average tonight into Sunday morning. A slight chance of storms will exist during the evening hours and taper off before midnight.

Warm temperatures will continue into next week with little chances of precipitation.

Stay safe as prolonged heat continues to impact the region. Make sure you stay hydrated, limit time outdoors, and take frequent breaks in air conditioning.

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Local Weather History For August 22nd...

1971: A very slow-moving and high contrast tornado lasted for about 30 minutes this afternoon just west of Kress. The
tornado moved west across fields of row crops at only 5 mph and was observed by William J. Carley, a pilot with
Atmospherics, Inc. who said the vortex was 6,000 feet tall. He also said the tornado skimmed across a playa lake and
lofted water about 3,000 feet into the air before weaving around several houses and dissipating. Mrs. G.C. Jarvis also
observed this tornado for much of its life from 10 miles south of Tulia. She said it was a white streak all the way to the
ground where it turned blue and spread out along the ground picking up soil. Mrs. Jarvis remarked "It was really
beautiful, but I dont want to see any more".'