The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center has placed most of Northern Indiana in an “Enhanced” Risk category for severe weather for Wednesday afternoon and into Wednesday night.
Continue readingSlight Risk for Severe Weather Wednesday
The area is under a slight risk for severe weather Wednesday night (July 28) into Thursday morning.
Continue readingMore Severe Storms Forecast for Sunday Afternoon, Overnight
Residents are asked to be weather aware Sunday as damaging winds, large hail, isolated tornadoes and heavy rain could arrive this afternoon and in the overnight hours.
Continue readingNWS Reports Possibility for Severe Weather Saturday Evening
The National Weather Service is predicting a possibility for severe weather on Saturday.
While the severity and exact timing is uncertain, the NWS reports that multiple rounds of showers and storms are possible.
Continue readingNIPSCO Officials Stress Severe Weather Preparedness
Now that summer appears to be here to stay, NIPSCO officials remind customers to prepare for possible severe weather.
Get a storm preparedness kit together before inclement weather strikes. It should include essential medicines, nonperishable food, water, flashlights, a fully-charged cell phone, portable radio and extra batteries. Make prior arrangements for a backup power supply if someone in your family requires life support equipment. Continue reading
Be Prepared for Severe Weather
It’s best to be prepared for any type of severe weather at any time.
Marshall County Emergency Management Agency Director Clyde Avery urges residents to be aware of all types of severe weather that can impact our area.
EMA Officials Offer Severe Weather Tips
Severe weather is possible across much of Indiana this afternoon and evening. The northern third of the state is at a moderate risk for severe weather, according to the National Weather Service. The main threats are damaging winds, large hail, heavy rain and tornadoes. Continue reading
Prepare for Storms Before Going to Bed Tonight
More severe storms are in the forecast during the overnight hours, with damaging winds, large hail, dangerous lightning, flash flooding and isolated tornadoes possible.
Before going to bed, turn up the volume on cell phones to ensure you hear alerts, and make sure your weather apps are set to provide notifications if weather watches or warnings are issued. A watch means conditions are favorable for severe weather. Continue reading
Strong Winds Could Plague Area Today
There is a potential for severe weather in the area today. Marshall County Emergency Management Agency Director Clyde Avery says it depends on how several meteorological aspects set up today.
Avery says strong winds will most likely plague the area with a risk of tornadoes. Strong winds may break off tree limbs and create traffic hazards.
Severe Weather Potential High through Wednesday
The National Weather Service is warning of potential severe storms through Wednesday evening.
Damaging winds, large hail, heavy rain, flooding, lightning, and tornadoes are possible. The highest threat for severe weather will be late Wednesday morning through the afternoon for northern and central Indiana.
Be Prepared for Severe Weather
The spring season is upon us and it’s time to prepare for severe weather.
Marshall County EMA Director Clyde Avery said the best thing to do to prepare for severe weather is to be aware of your surroundings. If you hear thunder or see lightning, seek shelter in a nearby sturdy building.
Severe Weather Predicted Thursday Night into Friday Morning
Severe weather is predicted for the Kankakee Valley into Friday morning.
Heavy rains may create high water areas and flooding on roads. Six inches of water will reach the bottom of most passenger cars causing loss of control and possible stalling. A foot of water will float many vehicles. Do not attempt to drive through a flooded road – the depth of water is not always obvious. Do not drive around a barricade as they are there for your protection. Turn around and go the other way.
North Judson, Winamac Residents Urged to Keep Running Water
Spring Brings Potential for Severe Weather
Storm Packs a Punch in Downtown Plymouth
Plymouth residents are cleaning up after yesterday’s midday storm downed several trees in Centennial Park and elsewhere in the city. Dave Cooper with the Plymouth Park Department tells our reporting partner WNDU-TV that the nasty weather moved through in about 20 minutes, but that was enough time to rip a 12 foot metal pole from its cement footing at the park’s amphitheater and take down about half a dozen trees and branches. A tree also crashed through the roof of the Trinity United Methodist Church parsonage on South Michigan Street. Rev. Mark Need and members of his family were home at the time, but nobody was injured. Crews from the Marshall County Highway Department were called out to remove 16 trees and branches from the roadways.
CenturyLink Urges Businesses to Prepare for Severe Weather Season
CenturyLink is encouraging businesses to prepare for severe weather season by updating their business continuity and disaster recovery plans with resources that will minimize and eliminate risks.
CenturyLink officials advise you that a good plan should address four key elements: buildings, systems, equipment and personnel.
Severe Weather Season is around the Corner
As we look forward to the month of March, it’s time to start thinking about preparing for severe weather. March 18th-24th is Severe Weather Awareness Week and now would be a good time to draft an emergency plan with your family.
Our Accuweather.com Meteroologist, Heather Zehr, was asked what we can start to see as we head into the spring season.
