Flood Warning — Newton 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 11:15AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois...Indiana... Illinois River at La Salle affecting Putnam, Bureau and La Salle Counties. Kankakee River at Shelby affecting Lake IN and Newton Counties. For the Kankakee River...including Shelby...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. For the Illinois River...including La Salle...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Kankakee River from Near I-65 and De Motte downstream to IL/IN state line, including the Shelby gauge. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 11.5 feet, Low-lying residences are threatened along Bluegrass Road east of Sumava Resorts and along Westwood Drive and Island Boulevard near Shelby. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:45 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 11.3 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to continue rising, potentially reaching moderate flood stage with a crest near 11.5 feet by early
Effective August 15, 2026 at 12:15 PM ET · Expires August 16, 2026 at 6:15 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Chicago IL
Expires
August 16, 2026 at 6:15 AM ET
Last Checked
1 minute ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
A Flood Warning means water levels above flood stage are imminent or may already be occurring. Persons along rivers and streams in the warned area should take immediate precautions to protect life and property. These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may cause changes to these river forecasts. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by late tonight.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Warning mean for Newton 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 (1 minute ago). It's set to expire August 16, 2026 at 6:15 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flood Warning alerts for Newton County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flood Warning is also in effect for Lake County.