Indianapolis, IN – Residents of central Indiana should brace for strong winds and rapidly dropping temperatures beginning tonight. A Wind Advisory is in effect from 6 p.m. Wednesday to 4 a.m. Thursday, bringing gusts up to 45 mph and creating potentially hazardous conditions.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Indianapolis, areas near Bloomington, Greensburg, and along I-70 could see unsecured objects blown around, tree limbs broken, and even scattered power outages. The advisory also warns of challenging driving conditions for high-profile vehicles, particularly on highways such as I-65 and I-69. Residents are urged to secure outdoor items like furniture and garbage cans and to use extra caution while traveling.
Temperatures will plummet tonight, with wind chills dropping below zero by early Thursday morning. Snow showers are also likely this evening, with minor accumulation and reduced visibility expected, especially between 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Drivers should anticipate slick roads during late-night hours and early commutes Thursday morning.
Looking ahead, Thursday will bring sunshine but cold conditions, with highs near 25 degrees and gusts up to 26 mph. Friday and Saturday promise a sunny reprieve, with highs reaching the low 40s. However, rain may return Sunday night, marking the start of a wet start to next week.
