Indianapolis, Ind. – Severe storms are expected to sweep across much of Indiana Wednesday afternoon, bringing 60+ mph wind gusts, large hail, and the threat of isolated tornadoes to central and eastern parts of the state.
According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, a Level 3 “Highest Local Risk” is in effect from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. EDT on June 18, covering cities like Indianapolis, Kokomo, Lafayette, and Muncie. The main hazards include damaging winds, hail over one inch in diameter, localized flash flooding, and the possibility of brief tornadoes.
The highest risk zone spans from Lafayette and Crawfordsville east to Marion and Muncie, while areas like Bloomington, Richmond, and Terre Haute fall under a Level 2 risk. Travel during peak hours could become hazardous, especially along I-65, I-69, and US-31. Power outages and downed trees are possible, and residents are urged to secure loose outdoor items and monitor local alerts.
If flooding occurs, avoid walking or driving through high water. Have multiple ways to receive warnings and ensure mobile devices are fully charged in case of outages.
Storm warnings remain in effect through late Wednesday, with further advisories possible as conditions evolve.
