Hammer down weather report 2026-11-05 08:01:01

🚗 **Nationwide road-weather update**

– **Arizona:** Flooding from dam releases is affecting the Salt, Gila, and Verde rivers in Maricopa County. Low-water crossings are inundated, including crossings near **US-80** and **McKellips Road**; flooding is also affecting Phoenix, Laveen, Avondale, Goodyear, Rio Verde, and Fort McDowell. Warnings continue through Thursday evening or Saturday afternoon, depending on location. In northern Arizona, flooding along the Little Colorado River threatens low-water crossings and approaches to **Navajo Route 71 near Birdsprings** through Thursday evening. **Never drive through floodwater—turn around and find another route.**

– **Missouri:** Moderate flooding is occurring along the **Platte River near Agency** in Buchanan County. Low-lying areas east of Agency are affected, with the warning continuing through Saturday afternoon.

– **Southeast:** Dense fog with visibility of **¼ mile or less** affects parts of south-central/southwest Alabama and northwest Florida through **9 AM CST**. Slow down, use headlights, and increase following distance.

– **Southeast Alaska:** High Wind Warnings cover Prince of Wales Island, Ketchikan Gateway Borough, and Annette Island, with gusts up to **60–65 mph** through **6 PM AKST**. Wind Advisories cover Sitka, Juneau, Wrangell, Petersburg, and nearby islands, with gusts up to **45–50 mph**. Expect difficult travel and watch for downed limbs or outages.

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