- At least five deaths have been reported in Indiana due to severe storms and flooding, marking the state's worst flooding in over 30 years.
- Rescue workers are actively using boats to evacuate residents along the White River in Indianapolis as flooding continues.
- Governor Mike Braun called for a presidential emergency declaration to access greater resources for the state on Friday.
- President Trump intends to approve the request for federal assistance, as announced by Braun on Saturday.
- Flash flood warnings have been issued for parts of central Indiana, affecting over 150,000 people who are experiencing power outages.
- A four-year-old child died after a tree fell on a home in Jennings County during the storms.
- A teenager is reported missing after jumping into a river on Wednesday, with authorities later recovering their body.
- A 58-year-old woman was found dead by sheriff deputies in Delaware County after attempting to drive through floodwaters.
- More than 280mm (11 inches) of rain fell over two days in some areas, contributing to the flooding.
- The White River crested at more than 24ft (7.32 meters), surpassing records set in 1913.
- Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett stated that the area is experiencing its worst flooding in over 30 years.
- Authorities have cautioned against attempting to cross flooded areas in vehicles, as it can lead to dangerous situations.
At least five people have died in Indiana due to severe flooding, with the White River cresting at over 24ft, surpassing records set in 1913.10
Governor Mike Braun has requested a presidential emergency declaration to access federal resources, which President Trump intends to approve.34
Rescue operations are ongoing, with emergency workers using boats to assist those stranded.
The National Weather Service reported that some areas received over 11 inches (280mm) of rain in just two days, leading to the worst flooding in decades.
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett urged residents to heed evacuation warnings, emphasizing the dangers of flooded areas.11
“Six inches of water can stall out any vehicle. Eight inches of water can move a vehicle off a road,” said Jerry Martin, deputy chief of the Indianapolis fire department.
As of Saturday, over 150,000 people were without power, and authorities reported more than 350 evacuations in Delaware County alone.12
The flooding has also claimed the lives of a four-year-old boy and a teenager, highlighting the severe impact of the storms.7
“The water is still rising. And it will be rising all day long,” warned Todd Wilson, director of the city’s public works department.
The situation remains critical as rescue efforts continue and officials assess the damage across the state.
“The White River crested at over 24 feet in Anderson and Noblesville, surpassing records set in 1913, and more than 11 inches of rain fell in two days. Over 150,000 people are without power, and officials report hundreds of rescue calls, with 95 people and 45 pets rescued so far.”
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