Thousands Told 'Seek Higher Ground' As Life-Threatening Floods Hit Indiana
Summary
Thousands of people in east-central Indiana, especially around Muncie, were told to move to higher ground because of severe flash flooding caused by heavy rain. The National Weather Service issued an urgent flood emergency warning, and local officials warned of dangerous road conditions and forced some evacuations.Key Facts
- A Flash Flood Emergency was issued for Muncie and nearby areas in Delaware County.
- Between 3 and 6 inches of rain had already fallen, with up to 2 more inches expected.
- Flooding is life-threatening and causing problems on roads, underpasses, streams, and urban zones.
- Residents were advised not to travel unless evacuating and to avoid driving through flooded roads.
- Some neighborhoods in Muncie’s south side were evacuated as water levels rose.
- Emergency crews were helping stranded motorists and affected homes.
- The flood damage threat was described as “catastrophic” by the National Weather Service.
- The flood warning was active from 10:17 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. EDT and rain was expected to continue.
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