Hammer down weather report 2026-10-21 20:01:14
🚨 **Nationwide Road-Weather Update**
🌪️ **Arizona:** A **Tornado Watch remains in effect until 6 PM MST** for parts of north-central and west-central Arizona. Severe thunderstorms are producing **60–70 mph wind gusts and large to baseball-size hail** near Safford, Solomon, Apache Junction, Fountain Hills, Payson, Pine and Strawberry. Hazardous travel is possible on **Routes 191 and 70, AZ-87, AZ-202, AZ-188 and SR-260**. Seek shelter indoors and check the NWS for the latest information.
🌧️ **Flash flooding:**
– **Arizona:** Life-threatening flooding continues around the **Moenkopi Wash, Tuba City and Moenkopi**, with up to another 0.5–1 inch of rain possible. Flooding and debris may affect **US-160, US-89 and SR-264** through late evening. A broader **Flood Watch continues across northwest Arizona through Thursday afternoon**.
– **New Mexico:** Flash flooding is ongoing or possible near **Zuni Pueblo and Black Rock**, and around **Capitan**, including **US-380 between mile markers 78–82 and 85–87**, State Road 246 and low-water crossings. Warnings continue until approximately **7:30–8 PM MDT**.
– **California/Nevada:** Flash flooding is affecting southern Inyo County near **Panamint Springs and Furnace Creek**, including **Hwy 190 and Panamint Valley Road**, through this evening. Heavy rain may also cause flooding near **I-80 by Floriston**, Carson City and southern Washoe County.
💨 **Alaska:** A **High Wind Watch** is in effect from Friday evening through late Saturday night for the northern Denali Borough and eastern Alaska Range north of Trims Camp. Winds of **25–35 mph with gusts up to 75 mph** could make travel difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
Never drive through flooded roadways or low-water crossings; turn around and find a safer route. Slow down in heavy rain, avoid hail and debris, and pull over safely if severe weather approaches. Submit reports to **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or **HammerDownHeadlines.com** or **HammerDownNews.com**. Check local conditions and the latest NWS updates before traveling.
