Hammer down weather report 2026-08-12 03:01:02
đźš— **Nationwide Road-Weather Update**
**Indiana:** Flash flooding is ongoing or expected across central and east-central Indiana, including areas near Anderson, New Castle, Rushville, Connersville, Muncie, Winchester, and Ripley County. Thunderstorms have dropped 1–3 inches of rain, with another 1–2 inches possible in some areas. Roads, underpasses, low-water crossings, and poor-drainage areas may flood through early morning.
**Nebraska:** Severe storms in north-central Nebraska are moving southeast at 35 mph, bringing wind gusts up to 70 mph and quarter-size hail. Use caution on Highway 183, Highway 20, and Highway 281 through about 2:45 AM CDT. Expect possible tree debris, wind damage, and hazardous driving conditions.
**Wisconsin:** A severe thunderstorm near Friendship is moving southeast at 25 mph, with quarter-size hail possible in northeastern Adams County through 2:30 AM CDT. Watch for sudden hail and reduced visibility near Highways 13 and 21.
**Kentucky and southeast Indiana:** A Flood Watch remains in effect through late tonight. Repeated thunderstorms could produce localized rainfall over 3 inches, increasing the risk of flooded streets, creeks, and low-lying roads.
**East Tennessee and southwest Virginia:** A Flash Flood Watch is in effect from 7 AM EDT this morning through the afternoon, including the Knoxville area and parts of the Smokies, northeast Tennessee, and southwest Virginia. Additional showers and storms could quickly flood low-lying and flood-prone roads.
**Idaho:** A Flash Flood Watch is posted near Heise and the Big Rock burn scar Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening. Heavy rain could trigger dangerous debris flows and flash flooding.
Never drive through flooded roads—turn around, don’t drown. Slow down in heavy rain or hail, leave extra space, and avoid roads with water, debris, or downed trees. Submit weather reports at **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or **HammerDownHeadlines.com** / **HammerDownNews.com**. Check local conditions before traveling.
