7 killed in Indiana storms that led to record flooding
Central Indiana is experiencing what emergency managers call historic flooding, with rivers breaking century-old records and rescues continuing Saturday along the White River in Indianapolis.
- 91 people and 45 pets had been rescued as of Saturday afternoon.
- 11 inches of rain fell over two days in some areas, the National Weather Service reported.
- 24.6 feet — the White River's crest in Noblesville — broke the 1913 record of 23.8 feet.
- At least three people died Tuesday in the broader storm system hitting the Midwest.
Why it matters: The flooding has killed at least two people directly linked to the rising water: a 58-year-old Delaware County woman found after driving into floodwaters, and 18-year-old Matthew Morey, an incoming Purdue freshman who disappeared after entering the Mississinewa River.
- Ground saturation means flash flooding remains possible even as the White River begins to crest.
- Officials warned high water could linger for days, slowing recovery across affected communities.
How 30 sources split on this story
Center coverage, 13 sources: The center frames the flooding as a logistical emergency, focusing on river gauge data, evacuation timelines, and the government response chain from city to federal levels.
USA Today1w+Flooding ongoing across Indiana following deadly stormsWPWPXI Pittsburgh1w+At least 6 people have died from days of storms and record-setting flooding in Indiana
Associated Press1w+Al menos 6 muertos tras varios días de tormentas e inundaciones récord en Indiana
NPR1w+Multiple people dead as flooding continues in Indiana
PBS NewsHour1w+At least 6 people have died from days of storms and record-setting flooding in Indiana
Chicago Tribune1w+At least 6 people have died from days of storms and record-setting flooding in Indiana
Newsweek1w+Indiana floods kill 5 people: where are warnings still in place?PenPennLive1w+5 dead after severe weather sweeps across Indiana
Reuters1w+Six dead in Indiana after storms and floods, emergency officials say
TMZ1w+At Least 6 Dead in Indiana Flooding, President Trump Approves Emergency DeclarationWNWESH 2 News1w+Drone video shows how powerful floodwaters cut through, washed away a bridge in the state of IndianaWNCWFLA News Channel 81w+At least 6 people have died from days of storms and record-setting flooding in IndianaLeft coverage, 7 sources: The left emphasizes the human toll — named victims, a heartbroken library, a grieving university community — and the breadth of destruction across the region.
CBS News1w+Indiana floods trigger rescues and evacuations as White River breaks century-old record
The Independent1w+Boy, 4, among six dead in Indiana after days of storms and record-setting flooding
The Guardian1w+At least six people dead from days of storms and record flooding in Indiana
Al Jazeera1w+At least five reported dead amid flooding in US state of IndianaCleCleveland.com1w+5 dead after severe weather sweeps across IndianaTBGThe Boston Globe1w+5 dead from weather in Indiana
The New York Times1w+Indiana Prepares for More Rain After Days of Deadly Storms
New York Post1w+At least 7 dead after days of severe storms and record flooding in Indiana
The Epoch Times1w+At Least 7 People Have Died From Days of Heavy Rain and Record-Setting Flooding in Indiana
Daily Mail1w+Indiana flooding victim identified as teen football star who jumped into surging river... as 'once-in-a-lifetime' disaster leaves six dead, including 4-year-old boy, with hundreds more rescued
NTD1w+At Least 7 People Have Died From Days of Heavy Rain and Record-Setting Flooding in Indiana
The Washington Times1w+At least 7 dead in Indiana flooding after days of heavy rain
Breitbart News1w+Downpour Floods Central Indiana, Six Dead, Trump Declares Disaster
Newsmax1w+At Least 6 People Have Died from Days of Storms and Record-setting Flooding in Indiana
One America News1w+Ind.: At least 6 dead as severe storms, record flooding cause widespread destruction
PJ Media1w+Six Dead in Torrential Indiana Floods, Hawaii at Risk
The Sun1w+Teen football star & beloved great grandmother among six killed as ‘once in a lifetime’ floods rage through IndianaWhat’s next: Gov. Braun's presidential emergency declaration request is pending, which would release federal recovery funds.
- 1 to 2 additional inches of rain are possible across parts of central Indiana.
- How many more rescues or casualties will be confirmed as floodwaters recede?
- Will the White House approve Gov. Braun's presidential emergency declaration request?