South Bend, IN – A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect this evening for portions of northern Indiana and southwest Michigan, impacting communities across both states.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, Severe Thunderstorm Watch 540 will remain valid until 10 p.m. EDT (9 p.m. CDT) Thursday. The watch includes the Indiana counties of Kosciusko, St. Joseph, Elkhart, Fulton, La Porte, LaGrange, Marshall, Noble, Pulaski, Starke, and Steuben. In Michigan, Branch, Cass, Hillsdale, and St. Joseph counties are also affected.
Residents in cities such as South Bend, Elkhart, Goshen, La Porte, Michigan City, Warsaw, Mishawaka, Knox, Plymouth, Rochester, and Winamac in Indiana, as well as Coldwater, Cassopolis, Sturgis, Dowagiac, Hillsdale, and Three Rivers in Michigan, are urged to remain alert. The National Weather Service advises monitoring local news and weather sources for updates, as storms in these areas may bring strong winds, hail, heavy rainfall, and frequent lightning.
According to meteorologists, severe thunderstorms are possible throughout the evening hours. The storms are expected to move across the region, potentially disrupting travel and outdoor activities. Authorities recommend seeking shelter indoors if severe weather approaches and having multiple ways to receive emergency alerts.
The Severe Thunderstorm Watch is expected to expire at 10 p.m. EDT Thursday, but conditions may change rapidly. Residents should continue to monitor weather alerts and be prepared to take action if warnings are issued.
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