Indiana Governor Declares Statewide Disaster Emergency After Deadly Derecho
Indiana Governor Declares Statewide Disaster Emergency After Deadly Derecho
US · Published Aug 14, 2026
Indiana has been hit by severe weather, including flooding and a derecho—a long-lived windstorm associated with thunderstorms.
The storms caused widespread damage, power outages, and multiple fatalities across the state.

Impact & Risks

The severe weather has caused significant damage across Indiana, with flooding and hurricane-strength winds posing major risks. Power outages have disrupted daily life, and structural damage has been reported in multiple areas. Tragically, lives have been lost, including a child in Jennings County and a woman in northern Indiana. Schools in flooded regions have been closed, and emergency services are stretched thin. Communities are facing challenges in recovery, with debris and damaged infrastructure complicating efforts. (Source: WLKY)

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