Hammer down weather report 2026-08-14 08:00:57
**Road Weather Update: Flash Flooding Affecting Parts of the Midwest**
⚠️ **Illinois:** Flash flooding is ongoing or expected along **I-57 between mile markers 194 and 217**, affecting areas near Paris, Tuscola, Arcola, Villa Grove and Arthur. Rainfall of 1 to 2.5 inches has fallen; warning continues until **10 AM CDT**.
⚠️ **Iowa:** Flash flooding is affecting Woodbury County near Sloan and Hornick through **8:45 AM CDT**, after 2 to 3 inches of rain. In Keokuk and Washington counties—including Washington, Sigourney, Kalona, Wellman and Riverside—2 to 4 inches have fallen, with another 1 to 2 inches possible. Water has been reported across portions of Birch Avenue south of Rubio. Warning remains in effect until **11:30 AM CDT**.
⚠️ **Indiana:** Flooding from heavy thunderstorms is expected or ongoing around Terre Haute, Brazil, Clinton, West Terre Haute and Fairview Park. Up to 1.5 inches has fallen, with up to 2 more inches possible. Expect slow-moving or standing water on low-lying roads through **noon EDT**.
⚠️ **Ohio:** Flash flooding is affecting parts of Athens, Morgan and Washington counties, including Chesterhill, Jacksonville, Trimble, Amesville and Bartlett. An additional 0.5 to 1 inch of rain is possible through **11 AM EDT**.
Never drive through flooded roads, underpasses, or low-water crossings—turn around and find another route. Submit conditions reports at **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or HammerDownHeadlines.com / HammerDownNews.com. Check local conditions before traveling.
