It's a little bit of everything this week... rain, more rain, and then some heat headed our way! Remember, if you come across flooded roads, turn around and don't drown. As temps climb, start thinking about heat safety now.
#HamCoEM#WeatherReady#INwx#FloodSafety#HeatAwareness
ALT Orange background with yellow sun in the upper left corner. Staying safe in the heat. Stay hydrated – drink plenty of water. Wear appropriate clothing – loose fitting, lightweight, light colors. Use sunscreen – every two hours (more if you’re sweating). Avoid peak sun hours – the sun is strongest from 10a-4p. Cool down often – fans, air conditioning, showers, and wet towels are quick ways to get cool.
Hamilton County is under a Flood Warning until 6:30 p.m. for Northwestern parts of the area to include: Arcadia, Atlanta, Cicero, Noblesville, Sheridan, and Westfield. Excessive rainfall may cause flooding. Expect many areas of slow-moving or standing water.
Hamilton County has updated our Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan! We’d love your input as we work to make our community safer and more resilient. Review the plan and share your thoughts here: hamiltoncounty.in.gov/1320/P…
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A Flood Advisory is in effect until 2:30p today. Use caution if you need to drive. Never drive through flood waters. Turn around and choose a safer route. Your safety matters.
• Slow down when roads are wet 🌧️
• Keep headlights on for better visibility 💡
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It's raining a lot this morning!
Heavy rain means slick roads and low visibility. Give yourself extra time and avoid flooded areas. Even a small amount of water can stall your car or sweep it off the road.
• Slow down
• Turn on your headlights
• Increase following distance
ALT The infographic gives tips for driving in the rain. Turn on your headlights as soon as it starts raining. Three seconds of distance to allow enough time to stop. Look out for pedestrians, be alert and aware. Avoid sudden motion to avoid loss of traction. Avoid heavy rain pull over until you can see clearly.
Due to the chance of showers and thunderstorms and heavily overcast conditions today, and to avoid causing unnecessary concern, the regularly scheduled audible outdoor warning siren test has been canceled. Audible testing is expected to resume next Friday.
Lithium Battery Safety While Charging
The busier we become, the more useful our battery‑powered devices are. Having the ability to grab a fully charged device on your way out the door is priceless, but charging them safely is just as important.
ALT Blue background with a variety of everyday items that are battery powered. Tips include: Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for each device. Only use the battery that’s designed for that device. Only use the charging cord that came with the device. Charge devices on solid surfaces, not on cloth surfaces like a couch or bed. Do not keep charging the device after it’s fully charged
Due to the heavily overcast conditions today, and to avoid causing unnecessary concern, the regularly scheduled audible outdoor warning siren test has been canceled.
Audible testing is expected to resume next Friday.
A threat for organized severe storms will exist Monday, primarily in the evening hours and early overnight. All hazards will be possible, along with heavy rain and localized flash flooding. Uncertainty remains regarding these threats, so stay tuned! #INwx
ALT Map on right shows the SPC day 3 outlook which features an enhanced risk (level 3 out of 5) across western Indiana and a slight risk (2 out of 5) elsewhere. Text on left describes Timing and Hazards. Timing: Monday evening into Monday night. Hazards: Primary threat - damaging winds, large hail, tornadoes. Secondary threat - Flooding. Frequent cloud to ground lightning.
We’re already in a slight risk area for severe weather on Monday, and seeing that this early in advance is definitely something to pay attention to.
Have you downloaded our app yet? Check it out here: apps.myocv.com/share/a148460…#HamCoEM#StaySafe#BePrepared
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HCEM App - Push notifications for advisories, watches, warnings, and significant events. Send Storm Reports. Preparedness Information.
Smart911 - Links your cell phone number to your home address. Provides important information to first responders if you call 911. Includes emergency Alerts.
Text HamCo to 77295 to sign up for Emergency Alerts sent as emails and texts, including weather alerts.
Community Alerts - HamiltonCounty.in.gov/1503/Notifications. Sign up for Emergency Alerts sent as emails and texts WITHOUT weather alerts
Why do we sound the sirens for a Severe Thunderstorm Warning with a Destructive Tag? These types of storms have the potential for 80mph winds and/or baseball-sized hail. To put that in perspective, an EF-0 tornado has winds up to 65mph. These storms are incredibly dangerous.
ALT Black background with outdoor warning siren. Infographic states Sirens are sounded automatically for three reasons. Tornado warning - a tornado has been sighted or is indicated by weather radar imminent danger to property and life. Tornado Emergency - a reliable source has confirmed a tornado, or there is clear radar evidence of the existence of a damaging tornado such as the observation of debris, severe threat to human life, and catastrophic damage from an imminent or ongoing tornado. Severe Thunder Warning with Destructive Tag - winds of 80mph or greater and/or baseball sized hail.
Our partners at Hamilton County Household Hazardous Waste Center are hosting a training next month explaining residential hazardous waste and recycling. See below if you would like to attend and learn more.
Due to the chance of showers and thunderstorms and the heavily overcast conditions today, in an effort to avoid causing unnecessary concern, the regularly scheduled audible outdoor warning siren test has been canceled.
ALT Due to the chance of showers and thunderstorms and the heavily overcast conditions today, in an effort to avoid causing unnecessary concern, the regularly scheduled audible outdoor warning siren test has been canceled. Outdoor warning sirens will not sound at 11:00 a.m.
FREEZE WARNING
A Freeze Warning is in effect for Hamilton County from 2 AM to 9 AM EDT Monday. Temperatures are expected to drop to around 30 degrees overnight.
- Bring potted plants inside.
- Cover outdoor vegetation.
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FROST ADVISORY
Hamilton County is under a Frost Advisory from 2–9 AM on Sunday.
- Temperatures may drop to around 34°F, which can lead to frost formation.
- Frost can damage or kill crops and sensitive plants if they’re not covered.
- Take precautions and protect plants 🌱❄️
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TRAFFIC ALERT
I‑465 is closed in both directions near Springmill Road.
The Springmill Road overpass over I‑465 is also closed.
In addition, the ramps from US‑31 onto I‑465 West are closed.
Please AVOID THE AREA and use alternate routes.
Expect significant delays.
ALT Black background with red siren. Red letters indicate Traffic Alert.