Flash Flood Warning — Benton County, Indiana
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued August 14 at 1:28AM CDT until August 14 at 3:45AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
At 128 AM CDT /228 AM EDT/, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3.5 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1.5 to 3 inches in 1 hour, with the highest rates across parts of southern Ford and Iroquois counties. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar and automated gauges. IMPACT...Rapid-onset flooding of creeks, streams, drainage ditches, streets, underpasses, low-lying areas, and other poor drainage areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Paxton, Gibson City, Fowler, Otterbein, Oxford, Cissna Park, Boswell, Buckley, Stockland, Melvin, Loda, Roberts, Elliott, Sibley, Wellington, Ambia, Clarence, Claytonville and Dunnington.
Effective August 14, 2026 at 2:28 AM ET · Expires August 14, 2026 at 4:45 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Chicago IL
Expires
August 14, 2026 at 4:45 AM ET
Last Checked
2 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
A Flash Flood Warning means rapid-onset flooding is imminent or may already be occurring. Persons along creeks, drainage ditches, and other waterways should take immediate precautions to protect life and property. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
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This same Flash Flood Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flash Flood Warning mean for Benton County, Indiana?
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Is this Flash Flood Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (2 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 14, 2026 at 4:45 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flash Flood Warning alerts for Benton County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flash Flood Warning is also in effect for Iroquois County, Ford County.