Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Blackford 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 11 at 12:21PM EDT until August 11 at 1:15PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
At 1221 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Pennville, or 7 miles north of Dunkirk, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Portland, Hartford City, Dunkirk, Montpelier, Redkey, Geneva, Pennville, Westchester, Center, Nottingham, Bryant, Shamrock Lakes, Poneto, Salamonia, Mcnatts, Trinity, Mount Zion, Brice, Mill Grove, and Como.
Effective August 11, 2026 at 12:21 PM ET · Expires August 11, 2026 at 1:15 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Northern Indiana
Expires
August 11, 2026 at 1:15 PM ET
Last Checked
just now
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.
Also In Effect For
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning also covers:
Other Active Alerts in Indiana
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Flash Flood Warning
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Blackford 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 (just now). It's set to expire August 11, 2026 at 1:15 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Blackford County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Wells County, Adams County, Jay County.