Multiple people dead as flooding continues in Indiana
Historic flooding in Indiana has resulted in at least six deaths and widespread power outages. While some areas are beginning to recover, authorities are bracing for additional severe weather and potential further flooding.
Why it matters
The event highlights the increasing impact of extreme weather events on regional infrastructure and public safety.
At least six people across multiple counties in Indiana have died related to historic flooding. While some of the worst hit areas are beginning to recover, severe weather is expected to impact the region on Sunday.
Some parts of the state received more than 11 inches of rainfall over three days, beginning Aug. 11, according to a preliminary report issued by the National Weather Service.
Thunderstorms are expected to move across central Indiana late Sunday evening and could cause additional flooding in areas already impacted by the storms, according to the National Weather Service.
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