On Wednesday, authorities urged thousands of residents in east-central Indiana to seek higher ground after the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Flash Flood Emergency. The warning was for Muncie and surrounding areas, triggered by severe flooding due to intense rainfall.
The emergency alert, issued at 10:17 a.m. EDT, remains effective for Delaware County until 4:15 p.m. EDT. Emergency managers reported rainfall of 3 to 6 inches in Muncie, with an additional 2 inches possible. Flash flooding was confirmed, and the situation was labeled as “particularly dangerous” by the NWS.
This is a FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY for Muncie. This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. SEEK HIGHER GROUND NOW!the warning advised.
Authorities warned that life-threatening flooding could affect roads, underpasses, creeks, streams, and urban regions throughout Muncie. The warning encompassed areas including Yorktown, Chesterfield, Albany, Eaton, Daleville, Gaston, Selma, Ball State University, and the Prairie Creek Reservoir.
Residents were directed to avoid travel unless evacuating and reminded to “turn around, don’t drown” if encountering flooded roads. Local official reports highlighted forced evacuations in parts of Muncie due to flooding. Emergency teams responded to stranded motorists and waterlogged homes. Rising waters led to evacuation orders for some neighborhoods on the city’s south side.
“If significant flooding is approaching your home, consider evacuating now—before rising water makes it impossible to leave safely,” advised Delaware County Emergency Management in a Facebook post. “Don’t wait until roads become impassable. Never drive through flooded roadways.”
The NWS projected the flood’s potential damage as “catastrophic,” with rain predicted to persist into the afternoon.
This is an evolving situation with updates to come.
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