South Bend, Indiana – Strong wind gusts and heavy downpours could hit Northern Indiana this afternoon as a marginal risk for severe thunderstorms moves across the region from 2 to 10 p.m. EDT Sunday. Isolated flooding is also possible in low-lying areas and spots with poor drainage.
According to the National Weather Service Northern Indiana office, the best chances for severe storms will occur during the late afternoon and evening hours. While not widespread, storms that do develop may produce gusty or damaging winds alongside intense rainfall.
Cities at risk include South Bend, Fort Wayne, Warsaw, and Kokomo, along with smaller communities like Monticello and La Porte. U.S. Route 30, I-69, and I-94 could see sudden visibility drops or ponding water, especially during heavy downpours. The public is urged to monitor alerts, avoid flooded roads, and head indoors at the first sign of thunder.
With this being a lower-end threat, not all areas will see storms—but those that do could experience fast-changing conditions. Residents should stay weather-aware throughout the afternoon.
Warnings remain possible through 10 p.m., with updates expected as storms develop.
