Hammer down weather report 2026-10-16 04:01:02

🚗 **Nationwide Road-Weather Update**

**Oklahoma:** Flooding continues or is expected along several rivers. The **Canadian River near Mustang** may produce flood depths up to **3 feet**, affecting low-lying roads from near **U.S. 81 between Union City and Minco** toward Tuttle and Mustang. Flooding is also forecast near **Norman, Purcell, and the Cleveland–McClain County border**, with depths locally reaching **1–5 feet**. The **North Fork Red River near Headrick** is expected to crest this afternoon, with up to **2 feet over some rural areas**; flooding may continue into Sunday. The **Washita River near Anadarko** and North Canadian River near **Yukon and Harrah** may cause additional low-lying-area flooding through tonight or Saturday.

**Texas:** The **Rio Grande at Rio Grande Village in Big Bend National Park** is forecast to reach moderate flood stage, cresting near **16.7 feet** before falling below flood stage this evening. Avoid flooded river crossings and low-water areas.

**South Texas:** North winds of **20–30 mph, with gusts up to 45 mph**, are expected across inland and coastal parts of Cameron, Willacy, Kenedy, Hidalgo, and Brooks counties from today into Saturday. High-profile vehicles may be difficult to control.

Never drive through floodwater—**turn around, don’t drown**—and use extra caution around riverbanks, low-water crossings, and strong crosswinds. Submit reports to Hammer Down News at **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or **HammerDownHeadlines.com** / **HammerDownNews.com**. Check local conditions before traveling.