Exceptionally hot and humid conditions are predicted for the coming days, and local emergency management officials urge residents to take precautions. everything from scheduling Air Conditioning System Repairs to making sure you have enough water to hydrate properly should take priority. The National Weather Service expects heat index values to reach 100 to 105 degrees tomorrow and Saturday.
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
Flash Flood Warning Issued for Portions of Starke, Pulaski Counties
Those in southwestern Starke County and northwestern Pulaski County are urged to be on the lookout for flash flooding over the next few hours. The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for those areas until 1:45 p.m. CDT Friday. Thunderstorms with heavy rain may cause flooding of small creeks and streams, as well as roads and fields. Drivers are urged to turn around if they encounter a flooded road.
Flooding Creates Headaches for Winamac Town Park
The Town of Winamac is starting to clean up its park facilities, following recent flooding. Park Manager Dave DeLorenzo told the park board Thursday that the park office got nearly 14 inches of water, and he’s begun pulling out damaged insulation. Park Board President Courtney Poor expressed confidence that the town departments will work together to do what needs to be done.
Flood Warnings Continue As Local Rivers Reach Flood Stage
Flood warnings continue throughout the local area, and some rivers could reach record levels in the coming days. In Plymouth, the Yellow River has risen above 17 feet, surpassing a record set in 1954, according to the National Weather Service.
Travel Watch Issued for Starke County
Tri-County Winter Weather Advisory in Effect Until This Afternoon
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the counties of Pulaski, Starke and Marshall. It will be in effect until 1 p.m. ET/ noon CT.
Officials are anticipating mixed precipitation of sleet, freezing rain and snow to transition to all snow this morning. Snow and sleet accumulations of 1 to 3 inches and ice accumulations up to one tenth of an inch are expected.
Local spots such as Knox, North Judson, Bass Lake, Winamac, Francesville, Medaryville, Plymouth, Bremen and Culver are listed as areas that will be impacted by these conditions. Continue reading
Lightning Safety Week Raises Awareness of Weather Dangers
The Indiana Department of Homeland Security and the National Weather Service have partnered to celebrate Lightning Safety Awareness Week in the state, June 18-24. The week is designed to have Hoosiers have a better understanding of the dangers of lightning. Continue reading
Kankakee River Flooding Potential Continues
A flood warning continues for the Kankakee River at Davis near U.S. 30. The National Weather Service says as of 2:00 p.m. Friday, the river’s stage was 10.3 feet, surpassing the 10-foot flood stage. That means minor flooding is expected over the coming days. Continue reading
National Weather Service Extends Kankakee River Flood Warning
The National Weather Service has extended the flood warning for the Kankakee River at Davis/Route 30 until Thursday of next week. Continue reading
Flooding Possible as Precipitation Continues
Flooding is possible in a couple of perennial low-lying areas. The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for the Kankakee River at Davis on U.S. 30 through Wednesday. Continue reading
Lake Effect Snow Slams Kankakee Valley
Old Man Winter isn’t done with us yet. A significant amount of lake effect snow fell overnight in the Kankakee Valley. Allow plenty of extra time to reach your destination, as roads are slippery and snow covered this morning. Continue reading
National Weather Service Issues Flood Watch
A flood watch is in effect for the Kankakee River at U.S. 30 from late tonight until Sunday evening. Continue reading
Winter Weather Advisory in Effect Through Tuesday Evening
A winter weather advisory remains in effect through this evening for our entire listening area. Continue reading
Wind Chill Advisory in Effect Sunday Night, Monday Morning
A wind chill advisory is in effect through noon EST/11 a.m. CST Monday, Dec. 19 for our entire listening area. Continue reading
Winter Weather Advisory Issued Ahead of Additional Ice and Snow
More ice and snow is headed our way. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Starke, Marshall and Kosciusko Counties from this afternoon through tomorrow morning. Continue reading
Flood Warning Issued for Kankakee Valley Area
A flood warning is in effect for much of the WKVI listening area until mid-afternoon. Areas covered by the warning from the National Weather Service include Starke, Northwestern Marshall, Northwestern Pulaski, Southeastern LaPorte and St. Joseph Counties. Since yesterday, between 4 and 8 inches of rain have fallen over the warning area, with additional showers expected to bring between one-fourth and one-half inch of additional rainfall. Continue reading
National Weather Service Warns of Possible Flash Flooding
Flash flooding is possible as rain moves through the area today. The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for the entire listening area from 2 p.m. EDT/1 p.m. CDT through tomorrow morning. Continue reading
Cooling Centers Available to Help Beat the Heat
Cooling centers are available throughout the area to help residents beat the heat. A heat advisory remains in effect through tomorrow night. The National Weather Service cautions heat index values will top 100 degrees today and hover near that mark tomorrow. Dangerous heat and humidity may continue through Sunday. Drink plenty of water, stay in an air conditioned room, avoid the sun and check on neighbors and relatives. Continue reading
Kankakee River Flood Problems Persist
The National Weather Service has extended the flood warning for the Kankakee River at U.S. 30 until Friday afternoon. Flood stage is 10 feet. As of Sunday afternoon, the river was holding steady at 10.2 feet. Continue reading
