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NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 16, 2026Miami-Dade

President Trump approves federal disaster assistance for Indiana flooding

President Donald Trump has approved a federal disaster assistance request for Indiana following severe storms and record-setting flooding that have resulted in at least six deaths. The state continues to manage widespread power outages, evacuations, and significant damage to roads and bridges across central Indiana.

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Why It Matters

provides critical funding and resources to support local recovery efforts, infrastructure repairs, and emergency services for residents affected by the flooding.

Key Facts

  • At least six people have died due to storms and flooding since August 11.
  • President Trump approved federal disaster assistance on Saturday.
  • The White River crested at over 24 feet (7.32 meters) in Anderson and Noblesville, breaking records set in 1913.
  • Approximately 130,000 utility customers remained without power as of midday Sunday.
  • More than 350 evacuations have been conducted across the state.
  • Indianapolis is experiencing its worst flooding in over 30 years.
  • Hundreds of homes along the White River and its canals were evacuated.
  • Roads and bridges across Indiana have sustained significant damage or were washed out.

Who's Mentioned

locationIndianapolis“Capital city experiencing record flooding”other350“Number of evacuations reported”personMike Braun“Governor of Indiana who requested federal aid”personLiz Woods“Spokesperson for the state Department of Homeland Security”locationWhite River“River that crested at record levels”other24“Crest height of White River in feet”other7.32“Crest height of White River in meters”locationIndiana“State affected by flooding”personJoe Hogsett“Mayor of Indianapolis”personDonald Trump“President who approved federal disaster assistance”