Huntington County Emergency Management

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Huntington County EMA operates under the guidance of Indiana Code Title 10, which outlines our responsibilities in ensuring the safety and preparedness of our community.

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Indiana until 1 AM EDT including Huntington County.
06/17/2026

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Indiana until 1 AM EDT including Huntington County.

WEATHER UPDATE – RISK LEVEL LOWERED FOR HUNTINGTON COUNTY As of this update, Huntington County has been downgraded to a ...
06/17/2026

WEATHER UPDATE – RISK LEVEL LOWERED FOR HUNTINGTON COUNTY

As of this update, Huntington County has been downgraded to a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe weather today by the NOAA/NWS Storm Prediction Center.

While this is encouraging news, a Level 2 risk does NOT mean the threat is gone. Severe thunderstorms remain possible, with hazards including:

• Damaging wind gusts
• Large hail
• Heavy rainfall
• An isolated tornado cannot be completely ruled out

We are currently reviewing the latest forecast information and coordinating with our weather partners. Additional updates will be provided as new information becomes available.

Now is still a good time to:
✅ Review your severe weather safety plan
✅ Make sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings
✅ Keep phones charged and emergency notifications enabled
✅ Stay weather aware throughout the day and evening

More information from US National Weather Service Northern Indiana4pm EDT: Cloudy and rainy conditions this hour, but we...
06/17/2026

More information from US National Weather Service Northern Indiana

4pm EDT: Cloudy and rainy conditions this hour, but we continue to see evidence that we’re not out of the woods yet. A variety of model guidance continue to suggest that we will have time “recover” and that severe storms remain possible. Remain weather aware this evening.

WEATHER UPDATE – RISK LEVEL LOWERED FOR HUNTINGTON COUNTY As of this update, Huntington County has been downgraded to a ...
06/17/2026

WEATHER UPDATE – RISK LEVEL LOWERED FOR HUNTINGTON COUNTY

As of this update, Huntington County has been downgraded to a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe weather today by the NOAA/NWS Storm Prediction Center.

While this is encouraging news, a Level 2 risk does NOT mean the threat is gone. Severe thunderstorms remain possible, with hazards including:

• Damaging wind gusts
• Large hail
• Heavy rainfall
• An isolated tornado cannot be completely ruled out

We are currently reviewing the latest forecast information and coordinating with our weather partners. Additional updates will be provided as new information becomes available.

Now is still a good time to:
✅ Review your severe weather safety plan
✅ Make sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings
✅ Keep phones charged and emergency notifications enabled
✅ Stay weather aware throughout the day and evening

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HUNTINGTON COUNTY SEVERE WEATHER UPDATE

While some positive trends have developed this afternoon, Huntington County remains under a Level 3 of 5 (Enhanced Risk) for severe weather today and tonight.

The latest briefing from the National Weather Service continues to highlight the potential for a significant severe weather event this evening, especially between 5:00 PM and Midnight EDT.

Main Hazards

- Damaging winds in excess of 70 mph
- Large hail
- Tornadoes, including the potential for strong tornadoes
- Heavy rainfall and localized flooding

Current Risk Assessment for Huntington County

- 30-44% probability of damaging severe winds within 25 miles of any point in the county.

- 10-14% probability of tornadoes within 25 miles of any point in the county.

- Huntington County remains within the area where significant severe wind gusts (>70 mph) are possible.

What Has Changed?

Some earlier forecast updates suggested a lower overall threat across portions of northern Indiana due to ongoing rainfall and reduced instability. However, forecasters continue to expect conditions to become favorable for severe thunderstorm development later this afternoon and evening.

Timing

Greatest threat window: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM EDT

What You Should Do Now

- Review your severe weather safety plan.
- Have multiple ways to receive warnings, including Wireless Emergency Alerts, NOAA Weather Radio, local media, and trusted weather apps.
- Be prepared to take shelter quickly if a warning is issued.
- Monitor forecasts closely as conditions can change rapidly.

Huntington County Emergency Management/Dispatch will continue monitoring conditions throughout the evening and will provide updates as needed. Stay weather aware and be prepared to act if warnings are issued.

While some positive trends have developed this afternoon, Huntington County remains under a Level 3 of 5 (Enhanced Risk)...
06/17/2026

While some positive trends have developed this afternoon, Huntington County remains under a Level 3 of 5 (Enhanced Risk) for severe weather today and tonight.

Recent forecast updates show a reduction in the overall severe weather threat across parts of northern Indiana, and ongoing rainfall may help limit instability in some areas. However, conditions remain favorable for severe thunderstorms later this afternoon and evening.

Potential hazards include:
• Damaging winds
• Large hail
• Isolated tornadoes
• Heavy rainfall and localized flooding

The greatest threat window remains this afternoon through tonight. Forecasts can continue to change, so now is the time to review your severe weather safety plan and ensure you have multiple ways to receive warnings.

06/17/2026

⚠️ STORM SHELTER INFORMATION & SEVERE WEATHER SAFETY ⚠️

With the threat for severe weather tonight, Huntington County EMA has received questions about public storm shelters.

At this time, there are no designated public tornado shelters open within Huntington County.

Now is the time to identify the safest location in your home or workplace should a Tornado Warning be issued. The best shelter is a basement. If a basement is not available, move to the lowest floor and seek shelter in a small interior room, hallway, closet, or bathroom away from windows and exterior walls.

If you live in a manufactured home or other structure that may not provide adequate protection during severe weather, make plans now for where you will go if a warning is issued. Do not wait until severe weather is occurring to make those decisions.

Remember:
- Have multiple ways to receive warnings.
- Keep your phone charged.
- Monitor trusted weather sources.
- Be prepared to take action immediately if a warning is issued.
- Sign up for EMA alerts by texting EMAAlerts to 226787.

OUTDOOR warning sirens are designed to alert people who are outdoors. They are not intended to be heard indoors and should never be your only method of receiving weather warnings.

Stay weather aware and have a plan before storms arrive.

While some positive trends have developed this afternoon, Huntington County remains under a Level 3 of 5 (Enhanced Risk)...
06/17/2026

While some positive trends have developed this afternoon, Huntington County remains under a Level 3 of 5 (Enhanced Risk) for severe weather today and tonight.

Recent forecast updates show a reduction in the overall severe weather threat across parts of northern Indiana, and ongoing rainfall may help limit instability in some areas. However, conditions remain favorable for severe thunderstorms later this afternoon and evening.

Potential hazards include:
• Damaging winds
• Large hail
• Isolated tornadoes
• Heavy rainfall and localized flooding

The greatest threat window remains this afternoon through tonight. Forecasts can continue to change, so now is the time to review your severe weather safety plan and ensure you have multiple ways to receive warnings.

OUTDATED INFORMATION

⚠️ WEATHER UPDATE FOR HUNTINGTON COUNTY – WEDNESDAY ⚠️

Huntington County remains under a Level 3 (Enhanced) Risk for severe weather today and tonight. Residents should closely monitor forecasts and be prepared to take action if warnings are issued.

Round 1: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT
• Primary Hazard: Damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph
• Large hail and an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out
• Confidence in severe weather: Low

Round 2: 5:00 PM – Midnight EDT
• Damaging winds in excess of 70 mph possible
• Large hail
• Torrential rainfall and localized flooding
• Tornadoes possible, including the potential for strong tornadoes
• Confidence in severe weather: Medium to High

⚠️ A Flood Watch has been issued, and the tornado threat area has expanded north and east. Significant straight-line wind damage is possible across all of northern Indiana.

Huntington County Emergency Management has multiple preparedness measures in place ahead of tonight’s weather event, including:

✅ Coordination calls with the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS)
✅ Coordination calls with the National Weather Service Northern Indiana
✅ Activation of the Huntington County Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
✅ Damage assessment teams and supplies prepared for rapid deployment
✅ Continuous weather monitoring throughout the event
✅ Ongoing coordination with public safety partners, utilities, and local officials

Now is the time to review your severe weather safety plans, ensure you have multiple ways to receive warnings, and know where you will take shelter if a warning is issued.

Sign up for the Text alert system by texting EMAAlerts to 226787
Huntington County EMA/Dispatch will continue to provide updates as conditions warrant.

🌙🌪️ Nighttime Tornadoes Are Especially Dangerous Don't rely on OUTDOOR warning sirens to wake you up. Have multiple ways...
06/17/2026

🌙🌪️ Nighttime Tornadoes Are Especially Dangerous

Don't rely on OUTDOOR warning sirens to wake you up. Have multiple ways to receive warnings and be prepared to act quickly.

Tornadoes that occur after dark are more difficult to see and often catch people off guard while they are sleeping.

Before you go to bed:

✅ Ensure Wireless Emergency Alerts are enabled on your phone

✅ Keep your phone charged and nearby

✅ Have a NOAA Weather Radio with fresh batteries

✅ Know where you will take shelter if a warning is issued

Don't rely on outdoor warning sirens to wake you up. Have multiple ways to receive warnings and be prepared to act quickly.

Being prepared before you go to sleep can save your life.

Tornadoes can develop quickly, leaving little time to react. Having a plan in place before a tornado strikes can save li...
06/17/2026

Tornadoes can develop quickly, leaving little time to react. Having a plan in place before a tornado strikes can save lives!

- Identify your safe place. The safest location is a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor, away from windows.

- Practice your plan. Ensure your family knows where to go and what to do when a tornado warning is issued.

- Never try to outrun a tornado in a vehicle If no shelter is available, find a low-lying area, lie flat, and cover your head.

- Never shelter under an underpass during a tornado, as it is one of the most dangerous places to wait out a severe storm.

Take a few minutes today to review and practice your tornado safety plan! Being prepared can make all the difference when seconds count.

06/17/2026

OUTDATED INFORMATION

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS CANCELLED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM
WATCH 338 FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS

IN INDIANA THIS CANCELS 10 COUNTIES

IN NORTH CENTRAL INDIANA

KOSCIUSKO

IN NORTHERN INDIANA

ADAMS BLACKFORD ELKHART
GRANT HUNTINGTON JAY
WABASH WELLS WHITLEY

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20 Victory Noll
Huntington, IN
46750

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+12603584870

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