Hammer down weather report 2026-09-25 08:01:00
**Nationwide road-weather update:**
– **Flooding—southeastern New Mexico:** A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Eddy and Lea Counties, including Hobbs, Lovington, and Tatum, through **7:45 AM MDT**. Thunderstorms have dropped **1–2 inches**, with up to another inch possible. Flooding is affecting highways, streets, underpasses, low-lying areas, and poor-drainage locations. **Never drive through floodwater—turn around.**
– **Flood watches—eastern/southeastern New Mexico and southwest Texas:** Flash flooding remains possible through this evening, including the **Van Horn and Highway 54 corridor**, the Guadalupe and Davis Mountains, Marfa Plateau, Presidio Valley, Lea and Chaves Counties, and areas near Roswell and Clovis. Heavy rain could quickly flood arroyos, creeks, low-water crossings, and urban areas. Watches expire around **midnight MDT**.
– **Strong winds—Maryland and Virginia Eastern Shore:** From **5 PM today through 11 AM Saturday**, north winds of **25–35 mph with gusts up to 45–50 mph** are expected in Worcester County and Maryland beaches, plus Accomack and Northampton Counties. High-profile vehicles should use extra caution.
– **Dense fog—North Dakota:** Visibility may fall to **one-quarter mile or less** across central North Dakota, the James River Valley, and northwest areas through **11 AM CDT/10 AM MDT**. Slow down, use headlights, and increase following distance.
Submit reports to **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or **HammerDownHeadlines.com** / **HammerDownNews.com**. Check local conditions before traveling.
