Hammer down weather report 2026-08-13 03:01:02

**Nationwide Road-Weather Update**

– **Nebraska:** Severe thunderstorms are moving east at 35–50 mph across central and north-central Nebraska, with wind gusts of **60–70 mph**. The most immediate concern includes **Highway 281 between mile markers 132 and 162**, near Bartlett and Ericson, through **2:45 AM CDT**. Additional warnings cover the Albion, Greeley, St. Paul, Spalding, and Farwell areas. Expect downed trees, debris and sudden hazardous crosswinds—avoid travel until storms pass if possible. Severe thunderstorm watches remain in parts of central, eastern and northeast Nebraska through **4 AM or 8 AM CDT**.

– **Iowa:** A severe thunderstorm watch continues through **8 AM CDT** for much of western, southwest and central Iowa, including areas around Sioux City, Council Bluffs, Atlantic, Carroll and Creston. Damaging winds up to **85 mph** and isolated large hail are possible. Drivers should be prepared for rapidly changing visibility, debris and dangerous crosswinds.

– **Indiana:** A Flood Warning is in effect until **7 AM EDT** for southwestern Lawrence and northern Martin counties, including Mitchell, Crane and Williams. Heavy rain has brought flooding to low-lying areas, creeks and streams, with another **0.5–1 inch** possible. Never drive through water-covered roads.

– **New York:** Eastern Suffolk County, including Southold, Wading River, Mattituck, Sag Harbor and Bridgehampton, is under a Flood Advisory until **5:45 AM EDT**. Another **1–2 inches of rain** may cause ponding and flooding on low-lying or poorly drained roads.

– **Arizona:** Flooding from training showers and thunderstorms may affect **I-10 between mile markers 237 and 249**, Route 77 and Route 79 near Marana, Oro Valley and Catalina. Water may cover roads, washes and low spots. The advisory is posted until **1:45 AM MST**.

– **Nevada:** A Flood Watch remains in effect through Thursday evening for White Pine County and parts of Lander, Eureka and Nye counties. Heavy-rain runoff could trigger rock, mud and debris flows near steep terrain and burn scars—use extra caution on mountain and rural roads.

If you encounter high water, **turn around—don’t drown**. Slow down in heavy rain, keep extra distance, and avoid driving near trees or power lines in damaging winds. Submit road-weather reports at **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)**, **HammerDownHeadlines.com** or **HammerDownNews.com**. Check local conditions before traveling.