NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 16, 2026Miami-Dade
Indiana storms and flooding result in six deaths
Severe storms and record-setting flooding in Indiana have caused at least six deaths. Floodwaters in the White River near Indianapolis reached their peak as of Sunday, with rainfall expected to decrease across the state.
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The flooding event has resulted in loss of life and significant infrastructure impact across Indiana, with emergency conditions persisting through the weekend.
Key Facts
- At least six people have died due to storms and flooding in Indiana.
- Floodwaters in the White River in Indianapolis reached their peak.
- Rainfall is expected to ease in the state capital region and other parts of Indiana as of Sunday.
Who's Mentioned
locationIndianapolis“State capital where floodwaters peaked.”personChristine Altman“President of the Hamilton County board of commissioners”personStephanie Sallee“Flood victim in Delaware County”other350“Number of evacuations conducted”personMatthew Morey“Flood victim in Delaware County”personMike Braun“Governor of Indiana”personLiz Woods“Spokesperson for the state Department of Homeland Security”locationMississinewa River“River where a fatality occurred”locationWhite River“River that experienced record flooding”other130,000“Number of utility customers without power”locationIndiana“State where the flooding and deaths occurred.”personCody Low“Jennings County Deputy Chief”personJoe Hogsett“Mayor of Indianapolis”personDonald Trump“President of the United States”