Hammer down weather report 2026-10-23 14:00:59

**Nationwide Road-Weather Update**

🚧 **Southwestern Colorado:** Ongoing flooding is affecting the Durango, Bayfield, Ignacio, Pagosa Springs, Hesperus, Bondad and surrounding areas. Numerous roads remain closed, with washouts and flooded low-lying areas. Additional thunderstorms could bring **0.5–1 inch of rain** to Archuleta County. Flood Warnings generally expire around **1:45–2 PM MDT today**.

🌊 **Southeastern Utah and southwest Colorado:** The San Juan River continues rising near **Bluff and Mexican Hat**, with a forecast peak exceeding **25 feet tonight**. Low-water crossings may be impassable near Canyonlands and Dead Horse Point. A broader Flood Watch continues through **Sunday morning** across the Four Corners, San Juan River Basin, and parts of southeast Utah.

🌧️ **Northern New Mexico:** The Rio Ojo Caliente below La Madera is expected to rise above flood stage this afternoon, potentially affecting nearby farm and pasture areas.

⚠️ **Central and southeast Idaho:** Heavy rain may trigger flash flooding and debris flows near the **Big Rock and Ohio burn scars**, including around Heise, through **6 PM MDT today**.

💨 **High winds:**
– **North Dakota:** West winds 25–30 mph, gusts up to 50 mph, Saturday morning into early afternoon.
– **South Dakota:** Northwest winds 20–30 mph, gusts up to 45–50 mph, Saturday morning.
– **Death Valley National Park:** North winds 20–30 mph, gusts up to 50 mph, late tonight through Saturday morning. High-profile vehicles should use extra caution.

Never drive through floodwater or around barricades—turn around, don’t drown. Slow down in heavy rain, watch for debris and washouts, and be cautious with high-profile vehicles in strong winds.

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