Indiana Declares Disaster Emergency Amid Historic Flooding; National Guard Deployed, 7 Dead
August 17, 2026
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A statewide disaster emergency has been declared in Indiana, and the Indiana National Guard has been deployed to assist with relief and recovery efforts.
Governor Braun mobilized state and local resources in response, and secured a presidential emergency declaration to access federal resources for response and recovery.
Power outages affect at least 150,000 customers, with authorities warning residents to avoid flooded areas and take precautions as the danger persists.
Seven people have died due to days of heavy rain and flash flooding across Indiana, with victims ranging in age from four to 86.
Emergency response includes extensive evacuations by boat, with 40 residents evacuated in Hamilton County and 170 in Noblesville over the past 72 hours.
The White River in Indianapolis reached its highest level since 1913, driving widespread flooding in Hamilton County and affecting more than 500 residential units.
Rescue operations continue as authorities confirm storm-related deaths, including a four-year-old in Jennings County and a 19-year-old man in Delaware County.
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