Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Benton County, Indiana
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 10 at 3:53AM EDT until August 10 at 4:15AM EDT by NWS Chicago IL
At 352 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Boswell, or 8 miles southwest of Fowler, moving southeast at 55 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Otterbein, Oxford, Boswell, Ambia, Swanington, and Templeton.
Effective August 10, 2026 at 3:53 AM ET · Expires August 10, 2026 at 4:15 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Chicago IL
Expires
August 10, 2026 at 4:15 AM ET
Last Checked
1 minute ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Benton County, Indiana?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (1 minute ago). It's set to expire August 10, 2026 at 4:15 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Benton County?
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