Hammer down weather report 2026-10-23 22:01:01

**Nationwide Road-Weather Update**

🌧️ **New Mexico:** Flash flooding is ongoing or expected in southeastern Dona Ana County, including Santa Teresa, Vado, Berino, Chamberino and La Union, and central Otero County near Mayhill, James Canyon, Cox Canyon and Lower Dry Burnt Canyon. Additional rainfall of up to 1.5 inches is possible in Dona Ana County and up to 0.5 inch in Otero County. Roads, highways, underpasses and low-lying areas may flood. Warnings continue until **11 p.m. MDT** and **10:45 p.m. MDT**, respectively. A flood watch remains in the South Central Mountains through late Saturday night, especially near wildfire burn scars. Highway 4 near Jemez Springs and San Ysidro may see water crossings; use extreme caution. The Rio Chama near Chamita is flooding through late Saturday night.

⛈️ A **severe thunderstorm watch** covers parts of southern New Mexico and western Texas, including the El Paso area, through **9 p.m. MDT**.

🌊 **Florida:** Moderate flooding continues along the St. Johns River near Astor in Lake and Volusia counties. Water has made portions of Bartram Road, Holiday Circle, Clair Street and other local roads inaccessible. The warning continues until further notice.

🌊 **Georgia:** The Satilla River near Atkinson is above flood stage. Secondary roads near Warners Landing and Louis Landing are flooding, with River Rock Road vulnerable to additional flooding. The warning continues through Sunday evening.

❄️ **Montana:** Snow accumulations of up to 2–4 inches and wind gusts up to 45–50 mph are expected across portions of central and southwest Montana through late tonight. Roads may be slippery, and blowing branches could create hazards.

💨 **North Dakota:** West to northwest winds of 25–35 mph, with gusts up to 45 mph, are expected across western and central North Dakota through Saturday morning. High-profile vehicles may be difficult to control.

💨 **Alaska:** Strong winds of 35–50 mph, with gusts up to 75 mph, are affecting the Kuskokwim Delta, western capes and northern Bristol Bay Coast through **4 a.m. AKDT Saturday**. Travel may be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.

🌧️ **Southern California:** Minor flooding and water over roadways were reported across northeastern Orange County, including Anaheim, Santa Ana, Irvine, Orange and Fullerton. Avoid flooded roads and seek alternate routes.

Never drive through floodwater or around barricades. Slow down for snow, wind and poor visibility, and allow extra distance for stopping. Submit road and weather reports by dialing **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)** or visiting **HammerDownHeadlines.com** or **HammerDownNews.com**. Check local conditions before traveling.