Hammer down weather report 2026-08-16 00:00:58
**Nationwide Road-Weather Update**
**Hawaii:** Hurricane Warnings remain in effect for the Big Island, with Tropical Storm Warnings across Kauai, Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lanai and Niihau. Expect dangerous winds—up to 80-100 mph with gusts to 150 mph at Big Island summits, and gusts as high as 95 mph in parts of Maui. Additional rainfall of 3-10 inches could cause major flooding, mudslides, washed-out roads and bridge closures; coastal areas may see 1-3 feet of storm-surge inundation. Avoid unnecessary travel, especially on exposed bridges, mountain routes and low-lying coastal roads.
**Indiana:** Widespread White River flooding is affecting central and southern Indiana. Major flooding is ongoing near Noblesville, Nora, Ravenswood and Indianapolis, with extensive local road flooding and impacts near I-465. SR 238 near Fall Creek and SR 39 southwest of Martinsville may be affected; Blue Bluff and Paragon Roads are reported impassable. Flooding will continue at some locations into next week—never drive around barricades or through water-covered roads.
**Ohio:** Flash flooding is ongoing in eastern Franklin and southwestern Licking counties, including around Reynoldsburg, Gahanna, Pataskala and Etna, after 2-3 inches of rain. In southern Licking County, flooding is possible near I-70 at SR 13 and SR 37, plus SR 310 at SR 161. Warnings/advisories run into early Sunday morning. Slow down, avoid underpasses and turn around if water covers the road.
**Idaho:** Flash flooding from thunderstorms is impacting areas near Craters of the Moon and Big Southern Butte in Blaine, Bingham, Butte and Power counties. Rainfall rates reached 1-2 inches per hour, with flooding possible on highways, streets, low crossings and drainage areas through 12:45 AM MDT.
**Colorado:** A Flash Flood Watch is in effect Sunday afternoon through Sunday evening for the Aspen Acres Burn Scar near Beulah and San Isabel, including Highways 165 and 78. Heavy thunderstorms could trigger rapid flooding, debris flows and street flooding. Avoid burn-scar routes during heavy rain.
If you encounter flooded roads, **turn around—don’t drown.** Keep extra distance from downed trees, debris and standing water. Submit road-weather reports at **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or HammerDownHeadlines.com / HammerDownNews.com. Check local conditions before traveling.
