Flash Flood Warning — Franklin 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 7 at 6:08PM EDT until August 7 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
FFWILN The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Northern Franklin County in southeastern Indiana... * Until 800 PM EDT. * At 608 PM EDT, radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible. This will fall over an area that received heavy rainfall earlier this afternoon. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that may experience flash flooding include... Brookville, Blooming Grove, Metamora, Mount Carmel, Mounds State Recreation Area, Peppertown and Mixersville.
Effective August 7, 2026 at 6:08 PM ET · Expires August 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Wilmington OH
Expires
August 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
Last Checked
just now
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. To report flash flooding, go to our website at weather.gov/iln and submit your report via social media, when you can do so safely.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flash Flood Warning mean for Franklin 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 (just now). It's set to expire August 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Flash Flood Warning alerts for Franklin County?
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