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Indiana Floods Trigger Rescues, Evacuations Across the Central Region

Flooding across central Indiana prompts rescues and evacuations as waters recede in some areas and rise in others. Marion County reports substantial rescue operations in Ravenswood, with Indianapolis Fire Department conducting dozens of water rescues and residents advised to stay out until waters fall. Major damage includes the Hazel Dell Parkway bridge in Carmel and widespread infrastructure strain; counties are under orange travel watches and officials urge caution on flooded roads. The National Guard aided evacuations in Anderson, and a federal disaster declaration was approved for 53 Indiana counties, unlocking federal relief resources for flood recovery.

1 month ago•Source: Fox 59

Hamilton County Declares Flood Emergency as Roads Close Under Heavy Rain

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93.245 min•1 month ago

Hamilton County Declares Flood Emergency as Roads Close Under Heavy Rain

A state of emergency was declared in Hamilton County as steady rainfall caused widespread flooding, closing more than 30 roads and prompting an orange travel watch. An additional three inches of rain fell overnight, swelling waterways, with the White River gauge at Logan Street around 18.85 feet and cresting near 20 feet expected by early Saturday. Noblesville schools closed, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office conducted water rescues, and the Emergency Operations Center was activated to coordinate response and resources.

via Fox 59