Tag: flooding
Record breaking cold temperatures and mounting snow accumulations has topped the news much of this winter and now, even with each day bringing us a little closer to spring, it seems the weather will continue to be a hot topic. Meteorologists at the National Weather Service near North Webster have today said that patchy blowing …read more.
The city of Warsaw would like to remind residents and businesses that as much awaited warmer temperatures come and the snow begins to melt, there will be areas that have the potential for flooding. Temperatures for next week are predicted to be well above freezing. Keeping storm drains free from debris and snow will play …read more.
In the event that the public needs sandbags due to flooding this weekend, sand and sandbags are available at the Kosciusko County Highway Department, 2936 E. Old Rd. 30, Warsaw. The heavy snowfall from earlier in the week is being followed by rain in the forecast for this evening and Saturday. With temperatures also expected …read more.
Steady rain falling this morning has already resulted in local flooding problems and more issues are expected as the day progresses. In Warsaw, Columbia Street at the viaduct is flooded and closed to traffic. The 1700 block of East Market Street, in front of Warsaw Bowl, and Park Avenue from Market to Center streets are …read more.
On May 7, DNR Director Rob Carter determined that lake levels in northern Indiana have returned to acceptable levels for normal boat operation. Effective immediately, the previous motorboat speed restriction order has been lifted and normal boat operations may resume on the following local lakes: the Barbee Lake Chain including Kuhn, Big Barbee, Little Barbee, …read more.
Overnight rain has attributed to even more flooding in the Kosciusko County area. Fortunately, there are now two locations in the county for residents feeling the affects of rising waters to get sand and sandbags to prevent damage to properties. The Barbee Chain of Lakes is being especially hit hard by flood waters. North Webster …read more.
After nearly five days of dealing with flooded roadways, lakes, yards and fields an end may be in sight. Although the National Weather Service projects an 80 percent chance of rain late today, according to Kosciusko County Emergency Management Director Ed Rock, the National Weather Service’s Hydraulic Maps indicates flood conditions in the county are …read more.
While the waters are now receding, Tippecanoe River overflowed its banks below the Webster Lake Dam in North Webster due to the recent rains. Hoosiers who sustained damage caused by severe weather and flooding that began April 17 and resulted through April 22, can report damage online. Also, Lyn Crighton, executive director of Tippecanoe Watershed …read more.
A clean-up project for the Tippecanoe River was discussed at the last meeting of the year for county commissioners this morning. Three men associated with the project came before the commissioners asking for support and assistance with the clean-up efforts. Dr. Nate Bosch, Jon Tyler and emergency management director Ed Rock said flooding is being …read more.



