Hammer down weather report 2026-08-09 14:00:53
⚠️ **Road-Weather Update | Northern Illinois & Lake Michigan Shoreline**
**Lake and southeastern McHenry Counties, IL:** Heavy thunderstorms have produced up to 2 inches of rain, with another 1–2 inches possible through **3:45 PM CDT**. Watch for flooded streets, underpasses, poor-drainage areas, and rising creeks around **Waukegan, Buffalo Grove, Crystal Lake, North Chicago, and Gurnee**. Never drive through flooded water—turn around if roads are covered.
**Lake Michigan shoreline from Sheboygan, WI, south to Winthrop Harbor, IL:** A **Severe Thunderstorm Watch** remains in effect until **2 PM CDT**. Storms may create sudden heavy rain and rapidly worsening travel conditions near the lakeshore.
Slow down on wet roads, allow extra stopping distance, and avoid flooded routes. Submit local conditions to **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or HammerDownHeadlines.com / HammerDownNews.com. Check local conditions before traveling.
