Hammer down weather report 2026-08-05 18:01:00

🚗 **Nationwide Road-Weather Update**

**Flash flooding is the main travel hazard this evening:**
– **Tennessee:** Southern Lawrence and southeastern Wayne counties—including Loretto, St. Joseph, Westpoint, Iron City and Leoma—have flash flooding from thunderstorms. Rainfall of 1–2.5 inches has fallen, with another 0.5–1 inch possible through **7:45 PM CDT**. Roads, underpasses and low spots may flood.
– **Kentucky:** Flash flooding is affecting northwestern Pulaski County, while flooding and poor-drainage issues extend through parts of Casey, Lincoln, Jackson, Rockcastle, Garrard and Madison counties. Areas near Richmond, Berea, Mount Vernon and Waynesburg have received 1–2 inches of rain, with more possible through **8:30–9 PM EDT**.
– **New Jersey:** Flash flooding is possible in northeastern Middlesex County, including **I-287 (mile markers 0–7), the New Jersey Turnpike between exits 11–13, and the Garden State Parkway (mile markers 126–134)** through **8:30 PM EDT**. Heavy rain may also cause low-spot flooding in Union County through **8:45 PM EDT**.
– **West Virginia:** Central Upshur County, including Buckhannon, has flash-flood risk through **8:30 PM EDT**. **Route 33 between mile markers 15–17** may be affected; 1–1.5 inches has fallen, with up to 1.5 more inches possible.
– **New Mexico:** Flash flooding is ongoing or expected near Lake Roberts, Sapillo Creek Valley and Trout Valley in Grant County through **5:45 PM MDT**. Southwestern Catron County, including Glenwood, Alma and Pleasanton, may see water over roads and dangerous low-water crossings through **7 PM MDT**.
– **Alabama:** Eastern Lauderdale County—including Florence, Killen and Lexington—has ongoing flooding after 1–2 inches of rain, with another 1–2 inches possible through **7:30 PM CDT**.
– **Florida:** Gadsden County, including Quincy, Midway and Havana, has heavy rain and minor road flooding through **7:45 PM EDT**. Southwestern Martin County near Port Mayaca has received 1–3 inches, with another 1–2 inches possible through **7:30 PM EDT**.

**Severe thunderstorm driving hazards:**
– **New Mexico:** A storm near Folsom and Des Moines is moving southeast at 10 mph with **60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail**. **Highway 64 between mile markers 380–390** is included through **4:15 PM MDT**.
– **Colorado:** San Luis, San Acacio and Chama face severe winds up to **60 mph** through **4:45 PM MDT**.
– **Florida:** A severe storm near Quincy is moving northeast at 15 mph with **60 mph wind gusts** through **6:30 PM EDT**.

**Iowa:** A Flood Watch remains in effect along the Thompson River near Davis City and toward the Missouri border. Rising water could affect rural roads in Decatur County over the next few days.

Never drive through flooded roads, slow down in heavy rain, avoid low-water crossings and underpasses, and be alert for downed trees or debris after strong winds. Submit weather reports to **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or HammerDownHeadlines.com / HammerDownNews.com. **Check local conditions before traveling.**