Hammer down weather report 2026-10-03 00:01:00
🚧 **Nationwide road-weather update:** Flooding is the primary travel concern across parts of the Southwest and Midwest.
– **New Mexico:** Flooding continues along the Rio Puerco near Bernardo in Socorro County. Water levels are around 19.7 feet, with a forecast crest near 20 feet Saturday morning. Use extreme caution on **I-25** near the affected area; the warning continues through late Saturday night.
– **Iowa:** River flooding is affecting or forecast near Marshalltown, Ames, Des Moines, Perry, Hudson, and Colfax. Impacts include water near **Iowa 14, Iowa 330, and US-30**, along with some local roads and trails. Several warnings continue through Saturday, Sunday, or Monday.
– **Missouri and Illinois:** Flooding is forecast along the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers. **State Route 179 near Sandy Hook and State Highway K near McBaine** may close; flooding may also affect **State Route P east of Elsberry** and part of **Edison Avenue in Louisiana**. River levels are expected to rise from this weekend into next week.
– **Arizona:** Elevated water levels continue along the Gila River near Calva in Graham County. Low-lying areas may flood through Saturday afternoon.
Never drive through flooded roads—turn around, don’t drown. Slow down near water-covered roadways, watch for closures, and avoid riverbanks and low crossings, especially at night.
Submit road and weather reports by calling **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or visiting **HammerDownHeadlines.com** or **HammerDownNews.com**. Check local conditions before traveling.
