Indianapolis, IN – A line of fall thunderstorms is expected to move through Indiana Saturday afternoon and evening, bringing strong wind gusts, heavy rainfall, and a brief spin-up tornado threat. The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has placed much of the state under a marginal risk (level 1 of 5) for severe storms from mid-afternoon into early Saturday night.
According to the National Weather Service Indianapolis office, storms will develop along and ahead of a cold front moving in from Illinois, with the most active period between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. Winds could gust between 45 and 55 mph, especially west of I-65, including Terre Haute, Bloomington, and Crawfordsville. Localized flooding may occur in areas that receive repeated downpours.
While the tornado risk remains low, a brief spin-up cannot be ruled out in stronger cells. Forecasters emphasize that any storm could produce isolated power outages, downed limbs, and ponding on roads, particularly along I-70 and I-69 during the evening commute.
Residents should stay alert for warnings and secure outdoor decorations or loose items ahead of the gusty winds. The front will move out overnight, leaving behind cooler, drier air to start Sunday.
