Dear Editor, The City of Warsaw experienced a record rainfall on Monday that is seen only once every 500 years that resulted in widespread flash flooding. National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration data indicates that Warsaw experienced 3.74 inches of rain (measured at the Warsaw Airport) in a 60-minute period Monday afternoon. NOAA estimates that amount of …read more.

NORTHERN INDIANA — Yesterday’s storms may have blown over, but that does not mean Kosciusko County and the surrounding area is in the clear just yet. The National Weather Service is predicting more severe weather moving into Kosciusko County and the surrounding area tomorrow, Wednesday, June 22. While the risk is classified as “moderate,” NOAA’s Storm Prediction …read more.

NORTHERN INDIANA — March 20-26 is Indiana’s Severe Weather Preparedness Week and Kosciusko County Emergency Management wants to make sure local residents are ready when severe weather strikes. Earlier this month, March 1-7, the National Weather Service observed National Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Statewide tornado drills are taking place throughout the day today, Tuesday, March 22. While there are a …read more.

UPDATE: Since the rain started, we have received reports of areas with standing water. A vehicle reportedly got stuck under the viaduct on Columbia Street. Several cars have been reported stalling out at intersections along Detroit Street through downtown Warsaw. Please use caution until water subsides. If you come upon an area of standing water, …read more.

The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has extended today’s wind advisory to 8 p.m. for Kosciusko and surrounding counties. According to the NWS, strong west winds between 25 and 35 mph are expected with frequent gusts up to 45 mph are expected later this afternoon and into the early evening. The NWS warns that …read more.

For those interested in weather and weather patterns an exciting opportunity is being provided by the National Weather Service’s Northern Indiana division. The annual spotter training class is just around the corner, and individuals are encouraged to register to attend and learn about how to report their personal observations to the National Weather Service for …read more.

Though temperatures are already below freezing, winds blowing, snow piling up and the plow trucks out in full force, AccuWeather is reporting things could be getting colder. (Photo Provided) According to a recent report, waves of Arctic air are expected to blast the Midwest throughout the week and into the weekend. “Once temperatures drop below …read more.

The National Weather Service’s Northern Indiana Office in Syracuse is just one of the many that are trying to broaden its connection network throughout surrounding communities. The station covers 37 counties across Indiana, Michigan and Ohio. Warning Coordinator Meteorologist Michael Lewis explains that there are three main ways that the NWS gathers information. The first …read more.

A light dusting of snow is falling across areas of the county today. Though the snow has left some questioning if yet another winter storm is on its way, according to the National Weather Service, less than 1 inch is expected to fall. The NWS reports that snowfall is expected to occur primarily before 3 …read more.

Graphic from the National Weather Service The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for Kosciusko and surrounding counties including Fulton, Marshall, Elkhart and Allen counties. The tornado watch is in effect until 8 p.m. tonight. The county remains under a wind advisory and severe weather watch throughout the evening (see related).

After an immensely difficult year for farmers and gardeners alike, this year’s growing season may promise better results. According to Michael Skipper with the National Weather Service in North Webster, last year’s planting season saw several factors that caused several farmers and gardeners problems. Skipper said March of last year was the warmest March month …read more.