Hammer down weather report 2026-08-14 10:00:59
🚗 **Road-Weather Update**
**Iowa/Illinois:** Flash flooding from thunderstorms is affecting southeast Iowa and west-central Illinois, including Monmouth, Oquawka, Aledo, Wapello and Columbus Junction. **3–6 inches of rain** have fallen, with up to another inch possible; several secondary roads in Louisa County are closed due to water. Warnings run through **9:45 AM to 11 AM CDT.**
**Danville, Illinois:** Continued flooding is affecting Vermilion County, including **I-74 between mile markers 199 and 220.** Rainfall totals of **3–6 inches** have caused flooding on streets, underpasses and highways. Flooding may persist through **12:45 PM CDT.**
**Southeastern Ohio:** Flooding continues in northern Meigs and southeastern Vinton counties. **SR-733 near Willis Hill and SR-143 at SR-7 are closed** due to flooding. Avoid low-water crossings around Pomeroy, Rutland and Chester through **11:15 AM EDT.**
**Northwestern Arizona:** Severe thunderstorms near Littlefield, Beaver Dam and the Virgin River Gorge are moving northeast at **15 mph** with wind gusts up to **60 mph** and small hail through **7:30 AM MST.** Slow down, keep both hands on the wheel, and avoid parking beneath trees or near unsecured objects.
Never drive through flooded roads—turn around, don’t drown. Submit weather and road reports at **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or **HammerDownHeadlines.com / HammerDownNews.com.** Check local conditions before traveling.
