Flood Warning Issued for Indiana and Southwest Michigan
A flood warning has been issued until 4:30 AM EDT Thursday for urban and small stream flooding in Indiana and southwest Michigan. Heavy rainfall has already saturated the area, and additional rain is expected.
A flood warning is currently in effect until 4:30 AM EDT Thursday due to expected urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall. The impacted regions include several Indiana counties such as Allen, De Kalb, Elkhart, Huntington, Kosciusko, Lagrange, Noble, Steuben, Wabash, Whitley, and the Branch county in southwest Michigan.
The warning indicates that flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying areas is imminent or already occurring. Recent heavy rainfall of 1 to 2 inches has fallen, saturating the ground further from earlier morning rain, with an additional 0.5 to 1 inch expected later.
Notable locations at risk for flooding include Fort Wayne, Huntington, Warsaw, Auburn, and Kendallville, among others. Residents are encouraged to stay informed, utilize safety precautions, and visit http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood for more information.
This article outlines the ongoing flood warning affecting parts of Indiana and southwest Michigan, emphasizing the danger of flooding due to recent heavy rain. Individuals in the affected areas should remain vigilant, avoid flooded roads, and seek further information via the recommended safety link.
Original Source: www.goshennews.com
