Hammer down weather report 2026-08-12 14:00:57

🚗 **Nationwide Road-Weather Update**

**Indiana:** Dangerous flash flooding is affecting central and northern parts of the state. Around Indianapolis, Carmel, Fishers, Lawrence and Plainfield, 1–2 more inches of rain are possible through **6:30 PM EDT**, with flooded streets, highways and underpasses. Madison County—including Anderson, Alexandria and Elwood—has already received **5–10 inches** of rain; avoid all unnecessary travel there through **9:15 PM EDT**. Flash flooding is also ongoing near Marion, Logansport, Peru, Wabash and Bluffton through **3 PM EDT**.

A severe thunderstorm near Indianapolis and Mooresville is moving east at **50 mph** with wind gusts up to **60 mph** through **2:15 PM EDT**. Severe storms remain possible across much of central and northern Indiana until **5 PM EDT**. Expect sudden wind damage, standing water and debris on roads. River flooding is also closing or impacting roads near Abington, including stretches of River Road, North Brownsville Road and access near Paddocks Ford Bridge.

**Arizona:** In Mohave County, flash flooding is impacting the Kingman area, including New Kingman-Butler, Valle Vista and Stockton Hill Road, after up to **2 inches** of rain. Warning continues until **11:45 AM MST**. Low-water crossings may be impassable near Peach Springs, Wikieup and Hualapai Mountain Park. On **I-40 near Seligman, between mile markers 124 and 127**, a severe thunderstorm may bring quarter-size hail and torrential rain through **11:30 AM MST**.

**Ohio:** Hocking River flooding near Athens is expected through Thursday morning. Low sections of **Harmony Road** may flood, with river levels forecast to reach **20 feet** shortly after midnight. Use alternate routes around flooded low-lying roads.

**Colorado:** A flash-flood watch is in effect through this evening for the Southwest San Juan Mountains, including **Highways 550 and 145**. Heavy storms could trigger flooding and debris flows near the Gold Mountain, Ferris and Elk burn scars. Avoid mountain corridors and drainage crossings during heavy rain.

Never drive through flooded roads, slow down in heavy rain, watch for downed trees or debris after severe winds, and give yourself extra stopping distance. Submit conditions safely to **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or HammerDownHeadlines.com / HammerDownNews.com. **Check local conditions before traveling.**