Tag: Flooding
Indiana Governor Mike Braun highlights from visits across Indiana
Indiana Governor Mike Braun traveled across Indiana last week to highlight high-wage job growth, regional economic development, public safety, emergency response, and Indiana’s founding history.
Indiana Governor Braun declares State of Disaster Emergency for 63 Indiana counties
Indiana Governor Mike Braun has declared a state of disaster emergency for 63 counties in Indiana.
A quick check of storm drains can help reduce street flooding
With heavy rainfall and high winds expected over the next few days, Fort Wayne City Utilities is reminding residents that a quick check of nearby storm drains can help reduce street flooding.
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.
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.
INDOT prepared for severe weather, widespread flooding through weekend
The Indiana Department of Transportation is prepared for severe storms, heavy rain, and widespread flooding expected to move across Indiana starting Wednesday afternoon and evening.
Clearing storm drains protects your neighborhood
With more rain in the forecast, Fort Wayne City Utilities encourages residents to act now to prevent street flooding and water damage to homes.
Decades of infrastructure improvements prevented major flooding
Due to decades of infrastructure planning and improvements, fewer and fewer areas around the city are prone to major flooding as in the past.