Hammer down weather report 2026-08-11 03:00:54
đźš— **Nationwide Road-Weather Update**
**Flooding threats—PA, MD, OH, WV:**
– **Flash flooding is underway** in southeastern Fayette County, PA, including Farmington, Chalkhill and Ohiopyle, after 2–4 inches of rain; another 1–2 inches is possible through **6 AM EDT**.
– **Garrett County, MD** has received 1.5–3.5 inches, with rain rates up to 1.5 inches per hour possible through **4:15 AM EDT**.
– In southern Muskingum County, OH—including Zanesville, South Zanesville, Philo and Fultonham—2–5 inches of rain has led to flooding and numerous road closures, including in Roseville, through **8:45 AM EDT**.
– Flood watches extend across parts of eastern Ohio, southwest Pennsylvania and northern/western West Virginia through Wednesday morning. Another 1–1.5 inches is expected, with isolated 2–3 inch totals possible. Avoid low-water crossings, underpasses and roads near creeks.
**Severe storms—West Virginia/Ohio:**
Severe thunderstorms with **60 mph wind gusts** are moving southeast at 35–40 mph through **3:30 AM EDT**. Drivers on **I-79, I-77 and I-64** in West Virginia should watch for sudden crosswinds, downed trees and debris. Affected areas include Sutton, Webster Springs, Spencer, Ripley, Nitro and Gallipolis.
**Southwest Michigan:**
Near Niles and Buchanan, a severe thunderstorm is producing **60 mph winds, quarter-size hail and torrential rain** through **3:30 AM EDT**. Slow down, avoid flooded roadways, and be alert for falling limbs or debris.
**South Dakota:**
A severe storm near Viborg and Centerville is moving east at 40 mph with **60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail** through **2:15 AM CDT**. Severe-storm watches remain in parts of central and south-central South Dakota through **3 AM CDT**.
Never drive through flooded roads—turn around and find another route. Submit weather or road-condition reports at **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)**, **HammerDownHeadlines.com**, or **HammerDownNews.com**. Check local conditions before traveling.
