Hammer down weather report 2026-08-26 20:00:59
**Nationwide Road-Weather Update**
⚠️ **Arizona:** Life-threatening flash flooding is affecting Globe, Miami, Claypool, Central Heights-Midland City and Inspiration through **8:45 PM MST**. Rainfall of 0.5–2 inches has fallen, with more expected; streets, highways and underpasses may flood. Southeastern Santa Cruz County also has a severe storm through **5:15 PM MST** with 60 mph winds and quarter-size hail.
⚠️ **Central Arkansas:** Severe thunderstorms are affecting the Little Rock–North Little Rock area, including Benton, Bryant, Maumelle, Lonoke and nearby communities. Expect 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail in some storms through **7:30 PM CDT**. A broader severe thunderstorm watch covers much of central, western, eastern and southwest Arkansas until **10 PM CDT**. Watch for downed trees, debris and sudden visibility reductions.
⚠️ **Alabama & Mississippi:** Severe storms with 60 mph winds are near **I-20 in Sumter County, Alabama**, and around Butler, Livingston, York, Meridian and surrounding areas through **7:45 PM CDT**. Be prepared for tree debris and hazardous crosswinds.
⚠️ **West Texas:** A severe thunderstorm near **U.S. Highway 67 east of Big Lake** in southeastern Reagan County may produce 60 mph winds, quarter-size hail and torrential rain through **7:45 PM CDT**. Do not drive through flooded roadways.
⚠️ **Colorado & New Mexico:** Severe storms across eastern and southern Colorado—including areas near Walsenburg, La Veta Pass, Gardner, Red Wing, Elbert and Lincoln counties—can produce up to 60 mph winds and large hail. Heavy rain is also causing minor flooding around southern Aurora, Centennial, Parker, Castle Rock, Castle Pines and The Pinery. In central Guadalupe County, New Mexico, including Pastura, arroyo flooding and impassable low-water crossings are possible through **8:30 PM MDT**.
⚠️ **Florida:** Around Wauchula in Hardee County, 2–4 inches of rain has fallen, with another 1–2 inches possible through **9:30 PM EDT**. Water may cover low-lying roads.
Slow down, increase following distance, avoid flooded roads, and never drive around barricades. Submit road-weather reports at **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)**, **HammerDownHeadlines.com**, or **HammerDownNews.com**. Check local conditions before traveling.
