Hammer down weather report 2026-08-11 07:00:51
⚠️ **Road-Weather Update: Northern Indiana, Southwest Michigan & North-Central Ohio**
**Severe thunderstorms are creating dangerous driving conditions this morning.**
– **I-80 in northern Indiana, between mile markers 57 and 86:** Severe storms moving southeast at 45 mph may produce **60 mph wind gusts and 2-inch hail** through **7:15 AM EDT / 6:15 AM CDT**. Areas include South Bend, Mishawaka, Granger, Niles and Buchanan. Expect sudden visibility drops, hail-covered roads, and downed trees or power lines.
– **Crawford County, Ohio:** A severe storm near Bucyrus is moving east at 35 mph, with **60 mph winds, penny-size hail, torrential rain, and possible flash flooding** through **7:30 AM EDT**. Bucyrus, Galion, Crestline, New Washington and Chatfield may be affected.
Slow down, avoid stopping under trees or power lines, and **never drive through flooded roadways**. Check local conditions before traveling.
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