Hammer down weather report 2026-08-16 10:00:56
**Nationwide Road-Weather Update**
🌧️ **Hawaii:** Flash flooding is ongoing on **Maui** through 5 AM HST, with rain rates of 0.5–1.5 inches per hour affecting Kahului, Kihei, Lahaina, Kula and Pukalani. On the **Big Island**, numerous road closures are reported across Kau District amid continued heavy rain—up to 1.5 inches per hour—through 7 AM HST. **Oahu**, including Honolulu, Pearl City, Mililani and Waipio, may see minor road flooding with rainfall rates up to 2 inches per hour through 6:45 AM HST. Never drive through flooded roads or around barricades.
🌊 **Illinois/Indiana:** Moderate flooding continues along the **Vermilion River near Danville**, affecting Vermilion County, IL, and Vermillion County, IN. The river is forecast to crest near 25 feet this afternoon; avoid flooded roads and obey all closures through late tomorrow evening.
🌧️ **West Virginia:** Small-stream flooding is expected in northeastern **Upshur County**, including Overhill and Tallmansville, through 3:45 PM EDT. Low-lying roads near Sand Run Creek may flood—turn around if water covers the roadway.
💨 **Alaska:** The Anchorage Hillside and Eagle River area will see southeast winds of 30–40 mph, with gusts of 55–65 mph, from 10 AM through 1 AM AKDT Monday. High-profile vehicles should use extra caution.
Send weather and road-condition reports to **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or HammerDownHeadlines.com / HammerDownNews.com. Check local conditions before traveling.
