Hammer down weather report 2026-10-03 12:00:58
🚨 **Nationwide Road-Weather Update**
**Flooding is the primary driving hazard:**
– **Iowa:** Minor to moderate river flooding continues or is forecast around **Des Moines, Waterloo, Hudson, Colfax, Reasnor, and surrounding areas**. **Ranchero Road in Waterloo is closed**, and flooding may affect low-lying roads near the Raccoon, Des Moines, South Skunk, and Black Hawk Rivers. Some warnings continue through **Sunday or Monday morning**.
– **Texas:** The **Llano River near Llano and Kingsland** is expected to crest near 12 feet. Secondary roads and low-water crossings—including **Ranch Road 3404/Slab Road**—may be dangerous through late tonight.
– **Illinois:** The Des Plaines River is above flood stage near Russell and **US-41 in Gurnee**. Low-lying areas may remain flooded, with the river expected to crest Sunday.
– **Arizona:** Elevated water along the Gila River near Calva may flood low-lying areas through this afternoon. Use caution near river crossings and banks.
Never drive around barricades or through flooded roads—**turn around, don’t drown**. Slow down, allow extra distance, and avoid low-water crossings.
Submit weather or road reports by dialing **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or visiting **HammerDownHeadlines.com** or **HammerDownNews.com**. Check local conditions before traveling.
