Hammer down weather report 2026-08-22 23:00:54
**Road-Weather Update: Severe storms and flooding are affecting parts of the South and Mid-Atlantic tonight.**
• **North Carolina:** Severe thunderstorms with **60 mph wind gusts** are moving east near Burlington. Use caution on **I-85 between mile markers 163–170** and **I-40 between mile markers 140–162 and 259–269** through **11:30 PM EDT**. Expect possible tree debris and sudden hazardous crosswinds.
• **Central NC:** Urban and small-stream flooding is possible around **Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point, Thomasville, and Kernersville** through **1:30 AM EDT**. An additional **1–2 inches of rain** is expected; avoid low-lying, poor-drainage, and flooded roads.
• **Alabama:** A line of severe storms is moving southeast at **35 mph** across the Birmingham area, including **Hoover, Vestavia Hills, Alabaster, and Bessemer**, with gusts up to **60 mph** through **10:30 PM CDT**. Watch for downed limbs, debris, and dangerous winds.
• **Texas:** A severe thunderstorm near **Wichita Falls and Sheppard AFB** is moving southeast at **20 mph** with **60 mph wind gusts** through **10:15 PM CDT**. Delay travel if possible and avoid roads near damaged trees or debris.
• **Virginia:** Minor flooding from heavy thunderstorms is ongoing or expected in **Franklin, Henry, and Pittsylvania counties** through **midnight EDT**. Between **2 and 3 inches of rain** has fallen; avoid low-water crossings and poorly drained roads.
Never drive through flooded pavement—turn around, don’t drown. Slow down in heavy rain, allow extra following distance, and avoid stopping beneath trees or power lines during strong winds. Submit road-weather reports to **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or **HammerDownHeadlines.com** / **HammerDownNews.com**. Check local conditions before traveling.
