A red flag warning is in effect for Zapata County as of 6:01 PM CDT.
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The map shows radar, every warning shape, and the path and arrival time of each storm cell headed toward the center of Zapata County. Tap your own street on it for times that apply to you.
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT SATURDAY FOR BREEZY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR INLAND PORTIONS OF DEEP SOUTH TEXAS AND THE RIO GRANDE VALLEY
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.
No tornado warning has included Zapata County in the last 12 months.
| Date | Issued | Type | Office | Product |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 2026 | 4:00 AM CDT | Flash flood warning | BRO | text |
| May 9, 2026 | 3:11 AM CDT | Severe thunderstorm warning | BRO | text |
| May 9, 2026 | 2:33 AM CDT | Severe thunderstorm warning | BRO | text |
| Mar 7, 2026 | 10:51 PM CST | Severe thunderstorm warning | BRO | text |
| Mar 7, 2026 | 9:21 PM CST | Severe thunderstorm warning | BRO | text |
| Mar 7, 2026 | 8:33 PM CST | Severe thunderstorm warning | BRO | text |
| Nov 26, 2025 | 7:41 AM CST | Flash flood warning | BRO | text |
| Nov 26, 2025 | 6:39 AM CST | Severe thunderstorm warning | BRO | text |
| Nov 25, 2025 | 8:43 PM CST | Severe thunderstorm warning | BRO | text |
A warning counts here if the Weather Service listed Zapata County in it, even if the warned area covered only part of the county.
Alerts come from the National Weather Service and refresh every minute. Past warnings come from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of Weather Service products. During a warning, also listen to local radio, TV or a weather radio.