Flood Warning — Gibson County, Indiana
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued August 15 at 7:14PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Indiana... White River at Edwardsport. ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Indiana... White River at Elliston. White River at Newberry. .Multiple rounds of heavy rainfall on the upper and middle White will bring minor to possibly moderate flooding to points on the White from Elliston downriver to the confluence with the Wabash. The crest is expected to reach Elliston Thursday into Friday and downriver points thereafter. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...White River at Edwardsport. * WHEN...From Sunday morning until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 20.0 feet, Water is at critical levels for makeshift levees. Most of bottomlands flood. Old Vincennes road and State Road 358 between Plainville and Edwardsport are impassable by several feet. High water surrounds river cabins. This type of flood occurs on average about once a year. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1:00 PM EDT Saturday /12
Effective August 15, 2026 at 7:14 PM ET · Expires August 16, 2026 at 10:15 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Indianapolis IN
Expires
August 16, 2026 at 10:15 AM 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. Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/ind. The next statement should be issued Sunday morning by around 1015 AM EDT /915 AM CDT/.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Warning mean for Gibson County, Indiana?
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Is this Flood Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (just now). It's set to expire August 16, 2026 at 10:15 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flood Warning alerts for Gibson County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flood Warning is also in effect for Pike County.