Vigo County Emcom

06/21/2026

Most of central Indiana is in a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe weather. Damaging winds and isolated tornadoes are the primary severe threats. The severe threat is mainly from 3 PM EDT to 1 AM EDT. Heavy rain and localized flooding are also possible.

06/20/2026

A Flood Watch is in effect from Sunday afternoon into early Monday morning for much of central Indiana. 1 to 3 inches of rainfall is expected, with locally higher amounts possible. This could lead to flooding across the region, especially Sunday night.

06/20/2026

Chances for severe thunderstorms will return Sunday afternoon and continue Sunday night. Damaging winds and isolated tornadoes are the primary severe threats. Heavy rain and localized flooding are also possible.

06/17/2026

Update to timing and location of risks. Severe storms likely starting by early evening with all hazards possible, including damaging winds, large hail, and strong tornadoes. The corridor of greatest tornado threat includes much of the I-70 corridor including the Indianapolis Metro Area. The timing of greatest tornado threat is 8 PM to 12 AM. Have a safety plan in place and be ready to act when severe weather is imminent.

06/17/2026

Update to timing and location of risks. Still expecting two rounds of storms. One this afternoon while the next will be late afternoon into evening and overnight hours. Severe storms likely, with the second round. All hazards possible, including damaging to winds, large hail, and tornadoes. Flash flooding is also possible.

06/17/2026

06/17/2026

Tornadoes (some strong), destructive winds, and hail over 2 inches in diameter are possible today. Flash flooding may also occur. The most widespread severe weather is expected late this afternoon into the early overnight hours.

06/16/2026

***NOTICE: This post contains outdated information.***

Severe weather is possible today and tomorrow. Two lines of storms move through today with the best threat of producing damaging winds, but the other threats cannot be ruled out. The stronger severe weather threat is Wednesday and Wednesday night when all hazards are on the table. Have multiple ways to receive weather warnings!

06/16/2026

Severe storms are likely across central Indiana Wednesday afternoon into the evening and overnight hours. All hazards are possible, including damaging to destructive winds, large hail, and tornadoes. Flash flooding is also possible.

06/15/2026

Good morning! A quiet day ahead of us today but that will change as we head into the week. Thunderstorms return to Indiana on Tuesday with a few severe storms possible. A more potent system arrives on Wednesday with an even greater chance of severe weather. Stay tuned.