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Flash Flood Warning Issued for Indiana County
20 Aug
Summary
- Flash flood warning issued for Hamilton County on Wednesday, Aug. 19.
- Historic flooding levels have impacted Hamilton County, especially Riverwood.
- Officials worked to prevent sewage discharge into the White River in Carmel.
On Wednesday, August 19, the National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for areas within Hamilton County, Indiana, with the alert scheduled to remain in effect until 10:45 p.m. This warning underscores the ongoing challenges local and state authorities face concerning widespread flooding throughout Indiana. Hamilton County officials have noted that the current flood levels are historic.
The community of Riverwood was significantly affected by the severe weather. Concurrently, in Carmel, concerns arose regarding a potential overflow of raw sewage into the White River. Authorities intervened by constructing a temporary barrier, a measure referred to as 'Operation Beaver Dam,' to mitigate this risk.
