Hammer down weather report 2026-10-14 20:00:57
🚗 **Nationwide Road-Weather Update**
– **Texas/Oklahoma:** Flash flooding is ongoing or possible across parts of northwest Texas, including **Spur, Dickens, White River Lake, Paducah and Matador**, where **2–5 inches** of rain has fallen and more is possible. Roads, underpasses and low-water crossings may be flooded. Severe thunderstorms near **Quanah, Crowell and Benjamin** may produce **70–80 mph winds and quarter-size hail**; storms near **Lawton and Geronimo, Oklahoma**, may bring **60–70 mph gusts**. Warnings generally expire between **7:15 and 9:30 PM CDT**. Seek sturdy shelter during severe storms and do not drive through floodwater.
– **Oklahoma flooding:** Flooding continues around **northwestern Oklahoma City, El Reno, Watonga, Kingfisher and Piedmont**, after **4–11 inches of rain**. Additional rain and numerous closed roads are possible through **9:30 PM CDT**. The **North Canadian River at El Reno** remains elevated into Thursday; avoid flooded roads and low-water crossings.
– **Ohio/West Virginia:** Flash flooding is affecting areas near **Parkersburg, Marietta, Harrisville, St. Marys and Vienna**, with **1–2.25 inches** of rain reported. Use extreme caution on **I-77** in Ohio and West Virginia and **Route 50 in West Virginia**; the warning is in effect until **9:15 PM EDT**.
– **Kentucky:** Minor flooding and water over roads are possible near **Princeton, Dawson Springs, Murray and Hazel** through **9:30 PM CDT**, with additional rain expected.
– **Colorado:** Snow above 9,500 feet may total **4–8 inches**, with gusts up to **35 mph** through early Thursday. Higher elevations may see **1–3 more inches** tonight. Mountain passes could become slick or snow-covered.
– **Kansas:** Dense fog in western and southwestern areas may reduce visibility to **one-quarter mile** through **9 PM CDT**. Slow down, use headlights and increase following distance.
– **Minnesota/North Dakota:** Northwest winds of **20–30 mph**, with gusts up to **45 mph**, are expected Thursday into early Friday. High-profile vehicles should use extra caution.
Turn around—don’t drown. Never drive across a flooded roadway, and seek shelter indoors during severe thunderstorms. Submit reports to Hammer Down News at **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or **HammerDownHeadlines.com** / **HammerDownNews.com**. Check local conditions and the latest NWS updates before traveling.
