Flood Warning Issued for Indiana and Southwest Michigan Until Thursday Morning

A flood warning is in effect until 4:30 AM EDT Thursday for parts of Indiana and southwest Michigan, due to expected urban flooding and rainfall. Flooding is imminent in several counties, with impacted cities including Fort Wayne and Huntington. Residents should exercise caution and stay informed about the weather conditions.

A flood warning remains in effect until 4:30 AM EDT Thursday for urban areas and small streams due to excessive rainfall. Affected areas include portions of Indiana—specifically counties such as Allen, De Kalb, Elkhart, Huntington, Kosciusko, Lagrange, Noble, Steuben, Wabash, and Whitley—and also Branch County in southwest Michigan.

Flash flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying areas is anticipated shortly. Doppler radar reported heavy thunderstorms, causing 1 to 2 inches of rainfall in some locations, saturating the ground from prior rain. An additional 0.5 to 1 inch of rain is still expected in these areas.

Cities likely to experience flooding include Fort Wayne, Huntington, Warsaw, Auburn, and Kendallville among others. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and take precautions as conditions worsen. For more information, please visit http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood.

In summary, a flood warning is issued for several counties in Indiana and southwest Michigan due to anticipated heavy rainfall and flooding conditions. Individuals are urged to take necessary precautions, particularly when traveling during nighttime hours.

Original Source: www.goshennews.com