NWS: Heavy rainfall this weekend
The National Weather Service Northern Indiana is warning of a Moderate Risk for excessive rainfall (level 3 of 4) on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
NWS: Flood Advisory in effect until 1:30 PM this afternoon – 9/17/2026
The National Weather Service Northern Indiana has issued a Flood Advisory in effect until 1:30 PM this afternoon, September 17, 2026.
NWS: Strong thunderstorms will impact southern Allen County Indiana through 11 AM – 9/17/2026
The National Weather Service is warning that strong thunderstorms will impact southern Allen County Indiana through 11 AM today, September 17, 2026.
NWS: Flood Warnings issued for local rivers
The National Weather Service has issued multiple Flood Warnings for several local rivers.
NWS: Flood Watch in effect until 2 PM this afternoon – 9/17/2026
The National Weather Service Northern Indiana has issued a Flood Watch in effect until 2 PM this afternoon, September 17, 2026.
NWS: More flooding as rain continues today
An additional 0.25-0.50” of rain is expected to fall today southeast of US 24 making river flooding likely through the weekend.
Sandbags available for residents concerned about flooding on their property
The City of Fort Wayne is offering sand and sandbags at the Three Rivers Water Filtration Plant beginning today for residents concerned about flooding on their property.
Allen County Highway Department offering sand & sandbags to residents affected by flooding
The Allen County Highway Department is offering bags and sand on a self-serve basis for Allen County residents affected by flooding or concerned about rising water near their property.
Residents asked to check neighborhood storm drains
City Utilities has placed pumps in key areas to help manage stormwater if needed and reduce flooding risks.
Indiana Governor Braun activates Indiana National Guard to aid in storm recovery
Indiana Governor Mike Braun activated the Indiana National Guard to aid with storm recovery after severe weather impacted at least 41 counties across Indiana.