Hammer down weather report 2026-11-02 06:01:01
🚗 **Nationwide Road-Weather Update**
– **Arizona:** Life-threatening flash flooding is occurring along the **Moenkopi Wash near Moenkopi** in Coconino County; washes, underpasses, low-water crossings, and some paved roads may be flooded. Major flooding continues along the **Gila River near Solomon**, affecting areas around **Solomon, Safford, and Thatcher**, where bridges may be overtopped. Flooding also continues along the **Hassayampa River near Wickenburg, Morristown, Hassayampa, and Arlington**; crossings may be impassable. Do not drive through floodwater or around barricades. Warnings expire between **5:45 and 7 AM MST today**, with the Gila River warning continuing into tonight.
– **New Mexico:** Flooding is expected along the **Rio Chama below Chamita** and **Rio Ojo Caliente below La Madera** in Rio Arriba County. Avoid flooded roads and riverbanks; warnings continue through this afternoon or Tuesday morning. A **High Wind Warning** covers the Sacramento Mountains through **4 PM MST**, with west winds of **30–40 mph and gusts up to 65 mph**. Travel will be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
– **Colorado:** Heavy snow above 10,000 feet in the eastern San Juan Mountains may add **3–6 inches**, with gusts up to **50 mph**. Travel could be very difficult over **Wolf Creek Pass and Cumbres Pass** through **11 AM MST**, with blowing and drifting snow possible.
– **Utah:** Snow is expected in the Wasatch Mountains south of **I-80** and the western Uinta Mountains, with **2–4 inches** of accumulation and gusts up to **45 mph** through **11 AM MST**. Winter driving conditions are likely, including on or near I-80.
Slow down, leave extra following distance, carry emergency supplies in winter conditions, and **never drive through flooded roads**. Submit reports to Hammer Down News at **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or **HammerDownHeadlines.com** or **HammerDownNews.com**. Check local conditions before traveling.
