Flood Warning: Indiana and Southwest Michigan Under Alert until 4:30 AM EDT
A flood warning is in effect until 4:30 AM EDT for parts of Indiana and southwest Michigan due to heavy rainfall. Locations at risk include multiple counties in Indiana and Michigan, with flooding already occurring in low-lying areas. Residents are advised to exercise caution and heed safety guidelines to avoid flood-related dangers.
A flood warning is currently in effect until 4:30 AM EDT for portions of Indiana and southwest Michigan due to excessive rainfall. Areas including Allen, De Kalb, Elkhart, Huntington, Kosciusko, Lagrange, Noble, Steuben, Wabash, Whitley, and Branch are particularly at risk. Immediate impacts include flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying areas.
At 1:53 AM EDT, Doppler radar confirmed that the thunderstorms responsible for the heavy rain had moved east, with no further precipitation anticipated throughout the night. However, residual water may persist in certain locations as runoff continues. Cities likely to experience flooding include Fort Wayne, Huntington, Warsaw, Auburn, and Kendallville, among others.
Residents are advised to exercise caution by turning around when encountering flooded roads, as most flood-related fatalities occur in vehicles. Nighttime conditions further increase the risk, making it difficult to discern water hazards. For more information on flood safety, please refer to the National Weather Service’s guidelines at http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood.
The current flood warning emphasizes the dangers posed by excessive rainfall across Indiana and parts of Michigan. Residents are strongly encouraged to remain vigilant and prioritize safety, especially at night. Awareness of flooded areas is crucial to prevent tragic incidents associated with flooding, underscoring the importance of heeding warnings from weather authorities.
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