Hammer down weather report 2026-11-12 14:01:02
🚨 **ROAD-WEATHER UPDATE**
**Tornado Watch:** Remains in effect until **7 PM EST** for northern Delaware, southern New Jersey, and eastern/southeastern Pennsylvania. Stay alert and be prepared to shelter indoors if conditions worsen.
– **Delaware–New Jersey–southeastern Pennsylvania:** Severe thunderstorms near Wilmington/Penns Grove are moving northeast at 15–20 mph, with **60-mph wind gusts, frequent lightning, and quarter-size hail**. Hazardous travel is possible on **I-95, I-295, I-476, and the New Jersey Turnpike near Exit 2**. Warnings expire around **2:15–2:30 PM EST**.
– **Arizona:** Flooding continues along the Gila River in Maricopa and northeastern Yuma counties due to dam releases, with flows peaking near **3,000 cfs**. Low-water crossings may be impassable through **Tuesday morning**. Never drive through floodwater.
– **Alaska:** Snow and mixed precipitation on Kodiak Island may produce **2–10 inches**, with up to **7 inches** in the southwest. Difficult travel is expected from **6 PM tonight through 6 PM Friday**.
– **California:** Gusty southwest winds of **20–30 mph, with gusts up to 55 mph**, will affect the Indian Wells Valley and Mojave Desert, including **US 395 and State Routes 14, 58, and 178**, from Friday morning through Saturday morning. Use caution, especially in high-profile vehicles.
– **Indiana and Illinois:** Lake-effect snow may bring localized totals of **3 inches or more** near Lake County, Indiana, eastern Will County, and southern Cook County. Expect slippery bridges, overpasses, and reduced visibility from midnight through the Friday morning commute.
– **Long Island, New York:** Heavy thunderstorms have produced **1–2 inches of rain**, with another **1–2 inches possible** and minor flooding in southwestern Nassau County, including Freeport, Valley Stream, Long Beach, and Lynbrook, through **4:30 PM EST**.
Slow down, increase following distance, avoid flooded roads, and never drive into water covering the roadway. Submit your reports by dialing **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or at **HammerDownHeadlines.com** or **HammerDownNews.com**.
**Check local conditions before traveling.**
