South Bend, IN – Northern Indiana residents are preparing for two rounds of strong to severe storms on Tuesday. The US National Weather Service Northern Indiana has issued a slight risk alert for severe weather, warning of potential damaging wind gusts, heavy rainfall, and frequent lightning.
According to the National Weather Service, the first round of storms is expected Tuesday morning, between 6 a.m. and noon EDT. The greatest threat will be in northwest Indiana and southwest Lower Michigan, where wind gusts of 40-60 mph and heavy rainfall are anticipated. The NWS advises residents to have multiple ways to receive weather alerts and to stay informed of the storm’s progression.
A second round of storms is forecasted for Tuesday afternoon and evening, from 2 p.m. to midnight EDT. This round poses a continued threat of damaging winds and heavy rainfall, particularly in northeast Indiana, northwest Ohio, and southern Lower Michigan. Confidence in the timing and intensity of this round is lower, and further updates will depend on the progression of the morning storms.
Residents are urged to secure outdoor objects, avoid unnecessary travel during the storms, and ensure that safety measures are in place. The NWS will provide updates as the situation develops, and residents should monitor local news and weather channels for the latest information.
