Indiana Declares Disaster Emergency Amid Historic Flooding; National Guard Deployed, 7 Dead

August 17, 2026
Indiana Declares Disaster Emergency Amid Historic Flooding; National Guard Deployed, 7 Dead
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  • The death toll and casualty details underscore the severity of the flooding across multiple counties.

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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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