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Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Across the Southern and Eastern US; Heat and Fire Weather Concerns in the West

Showers and thunderstorms are expected across the southern and eastern US this week, with heavy rain and localized flooding, particularly near the Gulf Coast. Monsoonal moisture will bring rain and potential flooding to parts of the Southwest. Heat and fire weather threats will continue to impact the West. Read More >

Overview

On February 27th, 2023, rain and strong to severe thunderstorms moved through the NWS Northern Indiana forecast area. The main hazards from this event were damaging winds and heavy rainfall. There were sporadic reports of damage, mainly across the south and eastern portions of the area. Many locations saw between 1-2" of rain in 48 hours, which led to flooding concerns in low-lying areas and local rivers/streams.
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