HARRISON, IN; Washington, IN — ...Observed flooding changed to Minor severity and increased in duration for the following rivers in Indiana...
Blue River at Fredericksburg affecting Washington and Harrison Counties.
.Heavy rain from the past the last two days has caused the river to rise.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring.
* WHERE...Blue River at Fredericksburg.
* WHEN...Until just after midnight tonight.
* IMPACTS...At 20.0 feet, Water covers parts of Fredericksburg-Depauw Road near river. At 22.0 feet, Backroads in
Flooding in Harrison, IN; Washington, IN can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS