Tornado Spotted Southwest of Amarillo, Flash Flooding Reported
Tornado Spotted Southwest of Amarillo, Flash Flooding Reported
US · Published Oct 1, 2026
• A tornado was spotted southwest of Amarillo, Texas, on the evening of September 29, 2026, near FM 2219 and Rockwell Road.
• The tornado, described as a rope tornado, was captured on video by several residents, including Amanda Rulapaugh and Mace Petty, who reported hearing tornado sirens in the area.

Impact & Risks

The tornado and accompanying heavy rainfall posed significant risks to residents in the affected areas, particularly near FM 2219 and Rockwell Road. Flash flooding was reported in parts of Amarillo, with streets resembling rivers, as captured in videos by local residents. While no damage has been reported so far, the combination of tornado activity and flash flooding highlights the potential for hazardous conditions, including property damage and travel disruptions. Residents in low-lying areas and near flood-prone streets were particularly at risk.

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