Hammer down weather report 2026-10-31 12:00:59
**Nationwide Road-Weather Update**
– **Flooding:** Flood Watches cover the Phoenix metro, parts of Maricopa and Pinal counties, and southern Gila County through late Sunday night. Another **1–2 inches of rain** could produce flooding of rivers, creeks, and low-water crossings. Never drive through flooded roads.
– **Colorado:** The La Plata River near **Hesperus** may reach minor flood stage Sunday evening, cresting near **5.8 feet**. Major flooding is forecast on the San Juan River near **Pagosa Springs**, with a crest near **17 feet** early Monday. Avoid flooded areas and river crossings.
– **High winds and blowing dust:** A High Wind Watch covers the Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains of southeast New Mexico and west Texas, including **Guadalupe Pass**, Monday. West winds of **40–50 mph with gusts up to 65 mph** may make travel difficult, especially for campers, vans, and tractor-trailers. Delays or alternate routes are advised; watch for blowing dust and sudden visibility reductions.
– **Dense fog:** Visibility may fall to **one-quarter mile or less** through late morning in the **Spokane/Palouse area, Olympia and southern Puget Sound, Portland/Vancouver, and the Willamette Valley**. Slow down, use headlights, and leave extra following distance.
Submit road-weather reports by calling **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or visiting **HammerDownHeadlines.com** or **HammerDownNews.com**.
Check local conditions before traveling.
