Hammer down weather report 2026-08-13 08:00:55
🚨 **Iowa Tornado Warning:** A tornado-capable storm is moving northeast at up to 55 mph through the Ames–Nevada–Collins–State Center area until **7:15 AM CDT**. **I-35 between mile markers 106 and 124** is included. Severe storms also threaten the Des Moines metro on I-35, I-80 and I-235 with wind gusts up to **60 mph**. Do not drive into the warned area—seek sturdy shelter immediately and check the NWS for the latest information.
**Utah:** Life-threatening flash flooding is occurring near **Zion National Park**, including dry washes, canyons, streams and the North Fork of the Virgin River, through **6:15 AM MDT**. Never drive across flooded roads.
**Eastern Kentucky:** A Flood Watch remains in effect through Friday morning for portions of east-central, northeast and southeast Kentucky, including Fleming, Rowan, Elliott, Morgan, Johnson, Magoffin, Floyd, Martin and Pike counties. Heavy runoff could flood low-lying roads, creeks and streams.
**West Michigan:** Dense fog from **St. Joseph to Whitehall** may reduce visibility to one-quarter mile or less until **10 AM EDT**. Slow down, use headlights, and allow extra following distance.
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