Indianapolis, IN – Storms are expected to persist across the Indianapolis metro area into Tuesday evening, posing a risk of flash flooding, lightning, and heavy rainfall, particularly in eastern and southern neighborhoods.
According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, slow-moving thunderstorms will continue to develop over the region through the next several hours. The greatest concern lies in isolated flash flooding and lightning activity, with radar indicating storms building across Marion, Johnson, Shelby, and Hancock counties.
The system is expected to linger, increasing the risk of saturated grounds and overwhelmed storm drains in low-lying urban areas. Commuters are urged to avoid flooded roadways and monitor local alerts for updated guidance.
Residents in the path of these storms should secure outdoor items, check sump pumps, and stay indoors when thunder roars. Local officials recommend having flashlights and emergency supplies ready in case of brief power outages or travel delays.
This weather pattern aligns with Indiana’s typical spring volatility, though localized flooding threats can escalate quickly. Drivers in affected areas should use caution, reduce speed during heavy downpours, and allow extra travel time.
Stay updated via weather.gov/ind and @NWSIndianapolis for ongoing developments.
