Sierra Blanca in Hudspeth County was one of the hardest hit areas in the latest round of storms in the region.

The KFOX radar estimated 3 to 4 inches of rain in isolated areas over the last 24 hours. The area was hit by heavy rain and hail early Wednesday morning.

Arvin West, the Hudspeth County sheriff, said he was called in at 4 a.m. because the jail was starting to see minor flooding.

A retaining tank in the town filled quickly, sending the run off into the canal that carries the water 17 miles east into the Rio Grande. The pressure of the water washed away a portion of the canal's cement wall, causing the water to flow into other areas and flooding them. A few sidewalks and a parts of a railroad track were also washed away by the rapid waters.

"The biggest problem we've had is the train blocking both crossings. There are only two crossings in town so we're having a hard time getting from one side to the other," said West.

The train was eventually moved, and the tracks are under repair, but it's unknown when it will be completed.

The worst part of town was the frontage road off Interstate 10. Twelve hours after the storm had swept through the town, chunks of hail were still blocking the road. Where the road dipped below the railroad overpass, muddy flood waters were almost 13 feet high.

Other streets around town were also flooded, and several homes experienced 1 to 2 inches of flood waters inside.

"We were sleeping, and I got up to use the restroom and noticed the water was all in my kitchen, living room, and our guest room," said Estela Garcia, whose carpet was piled up outside her home ready to be thrown away.

She said the water came in through the back door.

Sierra Blanca Vaquero High and the water company also had to have water extracted.

Most of the cleanup around town is being made possible by those who live there.

"I'll be here as long as they need me," said Carlos Ramirez.

Residents like Ramirez are volunteering their time and heavy machinery to get the water cleared because isolated storms are expected Thursday. KFOX meteorologist Sandra Diaz said there's a chance for small hail and heavy rain.

Commissioner Wayne West said Hudspeth County employees are working around the clock to repair the levees on the westside of the flood plain. Crews are expected to continue working for the next several weeks.

Damage to homes and businesses is still being calculated. It's unknown if a disaster claim will be filed with the state.

Officials said no one was injured.