Flash Floods In Indiana Are In Season And Dangerous

All kinds of flooding happens in Indiana, and each is to be taken seriously. The dangerous flash floods are just one of several that we deal with here in the Hoosier State, but they are certainly the ones to be most cautious about.

They occur quickly and can take a life. It is best to avoid the weather that can cause these awful floods. Scroll on for more details.

There have been three to five major floods in Indiana recorded in modern history, the most recent occurring in the past 12 years.

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The state is historically susceptible to flooding due to its large amount of rivers and other tributaries that cut through the land, all of which overfill easily during downpours.

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Nearly a fourth of the state is a natural wetland ecosystem, making it easier for the land to flood quickly. Anything from excessive rain to rapid snowmelt can cause flooding in some areas.

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The most famous flood in Hoosier history is the Great Flood of 1913 which devastated much of the Midwest and flooded the Ohio and Wabash rivers. A series of storms in late March caused just about every town that was along a watershed to flood.

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Similarly, in 2008, pouring rain on top of an already wet spring caused rivers in central Indiana to overflow.

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The 1937 flood occurred along the Ohio River and devastated communities in Evansville and Mt. Vernon. It was caused by severe winter storms that left the state with a lot of water to deal with.

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Flash floods occur when a great deal of water falls at once, and they are one of the most dangerous types of floods in the state. Keep an eye on the weather forecast and take cover when heavy rain occurs. Tornados and lightning aren’t the only natural occurrences from which to take protection.

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If you’ve ever experienced flash floods, we’d love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us below in the comments.