Hammer down weather report 2026-08-24 22:00:57
**Nationwide Road-Weather Update**
⚠️ **Utah:** Life-threatening flash flooding is occurring along the Paria River in south-central Kane County. A flood wave is moving downstream past **Highway 89** into Lower Paria River Canyon through **11 PM MDT**. Never drive through flooded roads, washes, or crossings.
⛈️ **North Dakota, Nebraska & South Dakota:** Severe thunderstorms are producing damaging winds of **60–70 mph** and quarter-size hail, with a **77 mph gust reported near Wishek, ND**. Storms are affecting areas near Ellendale, Oakes, Edgeley, Wishek, Michigan, ND; central Cherry County, NE; and northwestern Jones County, SD. Expect sudden crosswinds, falling branches, hail damage, and hazardous visibility—delay travel or seek a sturdy shelter until storms pass.
🌊 **Illinois & Indiana:** Minor river flooding continues along the **Wabash and White Rivers**, affecting travel near Terre Haute, Vincennes, Riverton, Mount Carmel, Edwardsport, Petersburg, Hazleton, and New Harmony. Water is affecting roads near **I-70 Mile Marker 4** in the Terre Haute area, **SR-57** area roads in Pike County, State Road 358 near Edwardsport, and Pottsville Road near Hazleton. Some flooding lasts into Saturday—do not drive around barricades or through water-covered roads.
🌧️ **Georgia:** Heavy rain may cause low-lying and poor-drainage flooding near **Albany, Sylvester, Poulan, Turner City, and the Marine Corps Logistics Base** through **11:30 PM EDT**. Slow down and watch for ponding water after dark.
Send road-weather reports to **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or HammerDownHeadlines.com / HammerDownNews.com. Check local conditions before traveling.
