Oldham County Texas Emergency Management

09/30/2026

09/29/2026

09/27/2026

Starting Tuesday morning we expect an onset of moderate rain across most of the Panhandles, with on and off rain occurring through at least Thursday morning. This will result in an increased risk of flooding and possibly flash flooding. There is a medium to high chance of at least 2 inches of rain for the central and western Panhandles as a 48 hour total Tuesday morning through Thursday morning.

09/27/2026

09/15/2026

**12:20 P.M. TRAFFIC UPDATE**

The scene is clear and open to traffic.

OLDHAM COUNTY TRAFFIC ALERT

Westbound I-40 near mile marker 13 is closed due to a traffic crash. Please avoid this area if possible. We will update as more information becomes available.

09/08/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE — WILDORADO, TX, OUTDOOR WARNING SIRENS

Outdoor warning sirens are currently being installed in Wildorado, TX, and are undergoing testing as part of the installation process.

Residents may hear the sirens during this testing period. Please do not panic or be alarmed if you hear the sirens. These sounds are part of the testing process and are not an indication of an emergency.

We appreciate the public’s patience and cooperation as we work to get the new outdoor warning sirens installed and fully operational.

Once the sirens have been successfully tested and installed, we will make a public statement to alert the community that the system is officially operational.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

08/07/2026

‼️UPDATE‼️
4:12 PM- DPS just informed us that US 385 is now open.

ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE

Due to the Round Up Fire, US 385 is closed beginning at the intersection of US 385 and FM 1061, extending south toward Vega.

Please avoid the area and use an alternate route until the roadway is reopened. We will provide updates as they become available.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation. Please drive safely and watch for emergency personnel working in the area.

Oldham County Sheriff’s Office

05/26/2026

Prolonged rainfall expected today has prompted a marginal (level 1 out of 4) risk for excessive rainfall across the southern TX Panhandle. Although moderate to heavy rainfall can be expected with this activity, it will likely be scattered in nature across the region. Meaning, excessive rainfall amounts and potential impacts will likely be hit or miss.