Emergency Management Agency Directors in Marshall County and Starke County warn residents of weather hazards with the amount of rainfall predicted in the next few days.
Continue readingFlooding Concerns Heighten with Rain Predicted the Weekend
National Weather Service Anticipates Heavy Rainfall this Weekend
The National Weather Service is advising of the potential for heavy rainfall for this weekend, with up to one inch anticipated.
Local emergency management official Clyde Avery issued an alert saying that heavy rain combined with melting snow and frozen or partly frozen ground may result in some flooding of low lying areas. He said this could include ponding on road surfaces and rises on rivers over the weekend into early next week. Continue reading
Flash Flood Watch in Effect in Northern Indiana
A Flash Flood Watch will remain in effect until 11 p.m. CDT/ midnight EDT tonight (Friday 6/22) for portions of Northern Indiana, including Marshall, Pulaski and Starke Counties.
NWS reports that scattered showers and thunderstorms capable of producing brief, localized very heavy rainfall will continue to be possible throughout the evening. Continue reading
August Storms Welcome for Local Crops
August rains have prompted emergency situations in some portions of the state, but in Northwest Indiana, it may have done some good for corn and soybeans.
Tornadoes Confirmed in Thursday Storms Near Hanna
The National Weather Service announced earlier this week that tornadoes were confirmed near the Town of Hanna.
Spring Increases Flooding Risk says State Insurance Agency
If April showers bring May flowers, they are also capable of bringing floods to the local area.
Continue readingImmediate Area Included in Gov. Pence Disaster Declaration Request
Indiana must now wait following a formal request to the U.S. Department of Agriculture asking for a Disaster Declaration.
Governor Mike Pence sent the letter – which states 53 of Indiana’s 92 counties are in need of assistance due to rains and flooding that damaged crops across the Hoosier State. Indiana experienced record rainfall in June of this year, with the first half of July showing strong precipitation in the immediate area.
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June Rainfall Sets Record, Crop Value Losses Increase
The Indiana State Climate Office says June set a record for rainfall in the Hoosier State.
According to a press release from Purdue Extension, 9.03 inches of rainfall was received around the state. That’s higher than the previous rainfall record of 8.13 inches from June of 1958.
Millions in Crop Value Lost to Indiana Flooding
Extension educators from around the state gathered in Indianapolis late last week to learn about the damage recent rains are causing to area fields.
It’s estimated that Indiana’s crops have lost $300-million in value due to the amount of rainfall in certain portions of the state. Northern sections of Indiana have been impacted more heavily than other areas.
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Purdue Extension Remains Hopeful Pulaski Fairgrounds Will Dry Prior to Fair
The fairgrounds in Pulaski County are dealing with some standing water.
According to officials with Purdue Extension’s Pulaski County offices, recent rains and flooding have caused the water at the site. Hope remains though that the 4H fair and Pulaski County Community will still be held at the fairgrounds.
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Rainfall Brings Drainage Efforts in Local Fields
Rains over the last several days have left plenty of water in fields.
According to Purdue Extension Agricultural Educator Phil Woolery, the standing water may be at a point that it’s now causing poor root growth. In severe cases, this amount of moisture can lead to seedling death.
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Indiana State Police Warns Drivers of Flood Waters
With unexpectedly high rains soaking the Kankakee Valley, the Indiana State Police has released a reminder for drivers who may be impacted by accumulated standing water.
Heavy rainfall increases the possibility for flooding. Floods occur as streams and rivers overflow their banks, which can occur from deep snow run off or during heavy rainfall. Flash floods can occur rapidly and unexpectedly, after just a few minutes of heavy rain fall or hours of significant precipitation. Hoosiers who live in flood prone areas should always be conscious of the threat of flash floods when receiving significant rainfall.
