Hammer down weather report 2026-08-23 18:01:00

**Nationwide Road-Weather Update**

⚠️ **Arizona:** Flash flooding is ongoing or imminent south of Salina in Apache County, including Balakai Wash, after 1–2 inches of rain; dirt roads may become impassable and paved roads/underpasses can flood. Warning until 6:30 PM MDT. Flood impacts also continue near Antelope Canyon despite rain ending—avoid slot canyons, washes, and flooded routes. Near Prescott Valley, water is reported on streets after 1.5–2.5 inches of rain; use caution on **SR-69** and **SR-89A** through 4:30 PM MST.

⚠️ **Colorado:** Life-threatening flash flooding and debris flows are possible around the Middle and Northern Aspen Acres burn scars in eastern Custer and west-central Pueblo counties, including Beulah and San Isabel, through 6:30 PM MDT. Avoid low-lying roads, creeks, and drainage crossings.

⛈️ **Idaho:** Severe storms with 60 mph winds, large hail, torrential rain, and possible flash flooding are affecting parts of southeast Idaho. Use extra caution on **I-84 near the I-86 junction**, plus areas around Malad, Soda Springs, Albion, and Lake Walcott. Warnings run through 4:30–4:45 PM MDT; a broader severe-storm watch remains in effect until 10 PM MDT.

⛈️ **Louisiana:** Damaging 60 mph winds, lightning, and possible hail are moving south through the Hammond, Ponchatoula, Laplace, Kenner, and Metairie areas. Expect hazardous driving on **I-12, I-55, and I-10**; warnings expire between 5:30 and 5:45 PM CDT. Slow down, avoid stopping under trees or power lines, and seek shelter if conditions rapidly worsen.

⛈️ **Montana, North Dakota & Nebraska:** Severe storms are producing 60–70 mph winds and large hail across parts of Montana, southwest North Dakota, and western Nebraska. Areas near Havre, Chinook, Medora, Belfield, and Highway 250 in Sheridan County, Nebraska, could see dangerous crosswinds, hail damage, and sudden visibility reductions. Broader severe-thunderstorm watches remain in effect into this evening across much of Montana and southwest North Dakota.

⛈️ **Northern Utah & southwest Wyoming:** A severe-thunderstorm watch remains in effect until 10 PM MDT for northern Utah and Uinta County, Wyoming, including Salt Lake City, Ogden, Provo, Logan, Park City, and Evanston. Be prepared for storms that may quickly bring strong winds, hail, and heavy rain.

Never drive through flooded roads or low-water crossings. Drivers can submit road-weather reports at **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or through **HammerDownHeadlines.com** or **HammerDownNews.com**. Check local conditions before traveling.