Hammer down weather report 2026-09-29 08:01:02
🚗 **Nationwide Road-Weather Update**
– **Arizona:** Flash flooding is ongoing in Maricopa County, including Phoenix, Cave Creek, Carefree, Anthem and New River, with 0.75–1.25 inches of rain reported and more possible through **9:30 AM MST**. In Yavapai County, flooding continues near Prescott and Chino Valley, including **SR-69 near mile marker 296, SR-89 between mile markers 310–320, and SR-89A near mile markers 318–319**; the warning expires **7:45 AM MST**. Flood watches remain in effect across western and southeastern Arizona through this evening, with 1–4 inches possible. Avoid low-water crossings and never drive through floodwater.
– **Utah:** Flooding continues near Escalante, Boulder, Zion National Park, Springdale and Rockville, including slot canyons and river corridors. Warnings expire around **8:00–8:15 AM MDT**. A broader flood watch remains in effect through tonight, with another 0.5–1 inch of rain possible and locally up to 2 inches. Roads, washes, underpasses and canyon routes may flood rapidly.
– **New Mexico and Far West Texas:** The Pecos River near Pecos, New Mexico, is expected to rise above flood stage late this morning, crest near 5.1 feet, and potentially make bridges unsafe. A flood watch covers much of southwest New Mexico and the El Paso/Hudspeth County area of Texas through **6 AM Wednesday**, with repeated storms and rainfall totals up to 4 inches possible. Minor flooding is also occurring near Waterloo, New Mexico.
– **North Dakota:** Heavy rain totaling **5–7 inches** has caused minor flooding in central Barnes County near Valley City, Sanborn, Oriska and Bald Hill Dam. The advisory runs through **9:00 AM CDT**. Expect water over low-lying roads and poor drainage areas.
– **Washington:** Strong south winds of **20–30 mph, with gusts up to 40–45 mph**, are expected in San Juan County and western Whatcom County through **2:00 PM PDT**. High-profile vehicles should use extra caution.
– **Wisconsin:** Dense fog is reducing visibility to **2–3 miles** in Kenosha, Racine and Walworth counties through **10:00 AM CDT**. Slow down, use headlights and increase following distance.
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