Hammer down weather report 2026-08-18 18:00:54
🚨 **Tornado Warning—south-central Wisconsin until 5:30 PM CDT:** A tornado-capable storm is moving east at 45 mph through western Columbia and northeastern Sauk counties, affecting Baraboo, Wisconsin Dells, Lake Delton, Portage, and Lake Wisconsin. **Do not drive into the warned area; seek sturdy shelter immediately and check NWS for the latest information.**
**Wisconsin & northeast Iowa:** Severe storms are also producing winds up to 70 mph and hail near Reedsburg, Baraboo, Sauk City, Wisconsin Dells, Beaver Dam, Waupun, Ripon, Fond du Lac, and Plymouth. Expect downed trees, debris, sudden visibility drops, and possible road blockages. A severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect through 10 PM CDT for parts of northeast Iowa and central/southwest Wisconsin.
**Florida & southeast Alabama:** Damaging thunderstorms with 60 mph winds and hail are affecting the Florida Panhandle, north Florida, and parts of southeast Alabama. Heavy rain is causing or may cause flooded roads around Alachua, High Springs, Archer, Trenton, Bell, and parts of Franklin and Wakulla counties. Avoid standing water—turn around, don’t drown. Along **I-65 near Atmore, Alabama**, storms may bring 60 mph winds, quarter-size hail, and torrential rain.
**Montana:** Severe storms in Rosebud, Treasure, and Custer counties through 4:30 PM MDT may bring 60 mph wind gusts, quarter-size hail, and torrential rain. Avoid flooded roadways and watch for wind-blown debris.
**Mississippi:** Northern Covington County, including Collins and Mount Olive, has severe storms with 60 mph winds and quarter-size hail through 5:15 PM CDT.
Slow down, avoid driving through flooded roads, and be prepared for sudden stops due to debris or downed trees. Submit weather reports at **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or HammerDownHeadlines.com / HammerDownNews.com. **Check local conditions before traveling.**
