Severe Weather Aftermath: Tornadoes, Storms, Power Outages, Heat
Key Questions
Which areas were impacted by the overnight severe storms and tornadoes?
Overnight storms brought tornado warnings, high winds, and power outages to Noble County and surrounding areas, with damage reported in Merrillville, Hebron, and Elkhart. Power outages persist in LaGrange and Elkhart counties, and regional storms halted the South Shore Line. Thursday's tornado activity was the most significant in NE Indiana in 10 years, though DeKalb was spared.
What are the current heat-related risks and safety options?
Heat indices remain high at up to 103°F, increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses. Cooling centers are available by calling 211, and the tornado watch has expired. Cleanup from the storms is underway with no fatalities reported.
Are tornado shelters available in the region?
Community tornado shelters are open in rural counties ahead of storm threats, with several counties in Northwestern Indiana providing access. New forecasts warn of damaging winds and hail this afternoon and evening. No warning was issued for Angola during the recent tornado blitz.
Overnight severe storms brought tornado warnings, high winds, and power outages to Noble County and surrounding areas. Damage reported in nearby communities (Merrillville, Hebron, Elkhart). Power outages persist in LaGrange and Elkhart counties. Cleanup underway. No fatalities. Heat index remains high (up to 103°F) with continued risk of heat-related illnesses. Cooling centers via 211. Tornado watch has expired. New reports: Thursday's tornado blitz was most in NE Indiana in 10 years; no warning for Angola. New severe weather forecast warns of damaging winds and hail this afternoon/evening. Regional storms halted South Shore Line. Tornado activity near Noble County (DeKalb spared). Community tornado shelters available in nearby rural counties.