Indianapolis, IN – Overnight thunderstorms are forecast to sweep across central Indiana, with severe weather expected to impact areas along the I-69 corridor beginning late Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, storms will begin forming between 11 p.m. Friday and 2 a.m. Saturday in northwest-central Indiana. The threat will expand eastward through the early morning, with widespread storm activity continuing until approximately 10 a.m. Saturday.
The primary hazard is damaging wind gusts, though forecasters warn of hail up to one inch in diameter and the possibility of isolated tornadoes. Areas including Indianapolis, Noblesville, Greenwood, and Muncie are in the projected path of the storm system, which will develop and track southeast through Saturday morning.
Residents are urged to stay alert overnight and ensure multiple ways of receiving weather warnings. The storms could impact early travel, particularly along I-69 and surrounding routes. Power outages and fallen debris are possible due to strong wind gusts.
This weather event follows a pattern of active spring systems in Indiana, where April thunderstorms often bring severe threats. Stay weather-aware and monitor updates from the National Weather Service throughout the night.
