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  • Hammer down hotline report 2026-08-25 06:42:29

    **Missouri Road Report:** Westbound I-70 at Exit 101 in Boonville has the right-hand lane shut down after a cattle truck went off the roadway and into the guardrail. A tow crew is on scene working to remove the truck. The incident was reported at 5:42 a.m. Use caution and expect delays. Submit your own road…

  • Hammer down hotline report 2026-08-04 08:57:06

    Tennessee traffic alert: Backup reported on I-40 eastbound near mile marker 368 as of around 8:45 this morning. The left lane is blocked. Expect delays and use caution through the area. Submit your own road reports by calling 888-IS-4TIPS, 888-474-8477, or visit HammerDownHeadlines.com or HammerDownNews.com.

  • Hammer down weather report 2026-10-06 16:00:59

    🌧️ **Florida road-weather update:** Flood Advisories are in effect for: – **Southeastern St. Lucie County**, including Port St. Lucie, Tradition, and Port St. Lucie River Park. **1.5–3 inches** of rain has fallen, with another **1–2 inches possible**. Minor flooding is expected in low-lying and poor-drainage areas through **5:15 PM EDT**. – **Northeastern Florida**, including Jacksonville,…

  • Hammer down weather report 2026-10-06 14:00:57

    **Nationwide Road-Weather Update** – **Maine:** A Wind Advisory continues through **5 PM EDT** across northern and central parts of the state, including Aroostook, Piscataquis, Penobscot, and northern Somerset counties. West winds of **15–30 mph**, with gusts up to **50 mph**, may bring down tree limbs and make driving difficult—especially for high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution…

  • Hammer down weather report 2026-10-06 12:01:01

    **Nationwide Road-Weather Update** 🌧️ **Florida:** Minor flooding is ongoing or expected in northeastern Duval County, including **Talbot Island and Little Talbot Island**. **1–2 inches of rain has fallen, with up to 2 more inches possible** through **2:30 PM EDT**. Low-lying and poor-drainage roads may flood. **Never drive through floodwater—turn around, don’t drown.** Submit your weather…

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