A Flood Watch is in effect across a large portion of Indiana as additional heavy rainfall could lead to flash flooding and worsening conditions in areas that have already received significant rain.
The watch remains in effect through Saturday evening, with the advisory extending until midnight Sunday.
The National Weather Service warns that excessive rainfall could cause flooding of rivers, creeks, streams and other low-lying and flood-prone areas
Locally, the Flood Watch includes Clinton, Carroll, Howard, Tipton and Hamilton counties, along with numerous other counties across central, east central, north central and west central Indiana.
Flooding is already occurring in portions of central Indiana, particularly north and east of Indianapolis. Officials describe the situation as potentially very dangerous and are urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions.
Additional rainfall could produce excessive runoff, causing water levels in creeks and streams to rise quickly and creating dangerous conditions on roads and in low-lying areas.
Residents Urged to Stay Alert
Residents in flood-prone areas should monitor weather conditions and be prepared to take immediate action if rising water threatens their homes or if a Flash Flood Warning is issued.
Motorists should never attempt to drive through flooded roadways. Water can hide damaged pavement and debris, while moving water can quickly sweep vehicles away.
The Flood Watch includes Carroll, Warren, Tippecanoe, Clinton, Howard, Fountain, Montgomery, Boone, Tipton, Hamilton, Madison, Delaware, Randolph, Vermillion, Parke, Putnam, Hendricks, Marion, Hancock, Henry, Vigo, Clay, Owen, Morgan, Johnson, Shelby, Rush and Decatur counties, among others.
Residents are encouraged to continue monitoring official weather alerts throughout the weekend as conditions can change rapidly.