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Latest update from CBS News: Indiana storms linked to 7 deaths as floods trigger rescues and evacuations. Latest update from CBS News: At least five deaths in Indiana have been linked to storms that triggered what many described as historic flooding, according to Gov. Latest update from Reuters: Six dead in Indiana after storms and floods, emergency officials say - Reuters. Sandbags, water bottles and popsicles changed hands around Rocky Ripple's Hohlt Park as residents turned out by the hundreds to stop levee leaks. The northside neighborhood, which abuts the still-elevated White River, saw water start to flow over the top of its levees late Aug. Efforts to deliver sandbags to impacted areas around the Rocky Ripple Town Hall, Hohlt Park and other locale ramped up when the river reached its crest point, which was estimated for around 8 p.m. Patricia Wildhack, a Rocky Ripple resident of 26 years, said the turnout is reflective of the neighborhood's character. Popsicle in hand as the Bee Gees' "Stayin' Alive" floated in the background, Wildhack said that while the weekend flooding was historic, the Rocky Ripple response wasn't a surprise. "It's so amazing how many people are helping," Wildhack said. "Look at this.
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Updated on: August 16, 2026 / 11:23 AM EDT / CBS/AP At least six deaths in Indiana have been linked to storms that triggered what many described as historic flooding, according to Gov. Several dozen people and their pets were rescued Saturday as floodwaters rose along the White River in Indianapolis, and emergency managers said that number was expected to climb as authorities in the city and elsewhere in central Indiana responded to the ongoing flood threats. "This is one of those once-in-a-lifetime type floods," Jacob Spence, director of Marion County Emergency Management, told The Associated Press. "So yeah, this is an unprecedented event and unfortunately we're setting some new records." Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett was joined by emergency managers during a briefing Saturday as he urged residents along the river to evacuate. A day earlier, he had declared a local emergency as heavy rains resulted in creeks and streams swelling throughout central Indiana. Rescues and welfare checks were also happening in Fayette County.
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Updated on: August 16, 2026 / 11:23 AM EDT / CBS/AP At least six deaths in Indiana have been linked to storms that triggered what many described as historic flooding, according to Gov. Several dozen people and their pets were rescued Saturday as floodwaters rose along the White River in Indianapolis, and emergency managers said that number was expected to climb as authorities in the city and elsewhere in central Indiana responded to the ongoing flood threats. "This is one of those once-in-a-lifetime type floods," Jacob Spence, director of Marion County Emergency Management, told The Associated Press. "So yeah, this is an unprecedented event and unfortunately we're setting some new records." Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett was joined by emergency managers during a briefing Saturday as he urged residents along the river to evacuate. A day earlier, he had declared a local emergency as heavy rains resulted in creeks and streams swelling throughout central Indiana. Rescues and welfare checks were also happening in Fayette County.
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Updated on: August 16, 2026 / 11:23 AM EDT / CBS/AP At least six deaths in Indiana have been linked to storms that triggered what many described as historic flooding, according to Gov. Several dozen people and their pets were rescued Saturday as floodwaters rose along the White River in Indianapolis, and emergency managers said that number was expected to climb as authorities in the city and elsewhere in central Indiana responded to the ongoing flood threats. "This is one of those once-in-a-lifetime type floods," Jacob Spence, director of Marion County Emergency Management, told The Associated Press. "So yeah, this is an unprecedented event and unfortunately we're setting some new records." Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett was joined by emergency managers during a briefing Saturday as he urged residents along the river to evacuate. A day earlier, he had declared a local emergency as heavy rains resulted in creeks and streams swelling throughout central Indiana. Rescues and welfare checks were also happening in Fayette County.
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Updated on: August 16, 2026 / 11:23 AM EDT / CBS/AP At least six deaths in Indiana have been linked to storms that triggered what many described as historic flooding, according to Gov. Several dozen people and their pets were rescued Saturday as floodwaters rose along the White River in Indianapolis, and emergency managers said that number was expected to climb as authorities in the city and elsewhere in central Indiana responded to the ongoing flood threats. "This is one of those once-in-a-lifetime type floods," Jacob Spence, director of Marion County Emergency Management, told The Associated Press. "So yeah, this is an unprecedented event and unfortunately we're setting some new records." Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett was joined by emergency managers during a briefing Saturday as he urged residents along the river to evacuate. A day earlier, he had declared a local emergency as heavy rains resulted in creeks and streams swelling throughout central Indiana. Rescues and welfare checks were also happening in Fayette County.
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Updated on: August 16, 2026 / 11:23 AM EDT / CBS/AP At least six deaths in Indiana have been linked to storms that triggered what many described as historic flooding, according to Gov. Several dozen people and their pets were rescued Saturday as floodwaters rose along the White River in Indianapolis, and emergency managers said that number was expected to climb as authorities in the city and elsewhere in central Indiana responded to the ongoing flood threats. "This is one of those once-in-a-lifetime type floods," Jacob Spence, director of Marion County Emergency Management, told The Associated Press. "So yeah, this is an unprecedented event and unfortunately we're setting some new records." Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett was joined by emergency managers during a briefing Saturday as he urged residents along the river to evacuate. A day earlier, he had declared a local emergency as heavy rains resulted in creeks and streams swelling throughout central Indiana. Rescues and welfare checks were also happening in Fayette County.
Latest update from CBS News: At least five deaths in Indiana have been linked to storms that triggered what many described as historic flooding, according to Gov. Latest update from Reuters: Six dead in Indiana after storms and floods, emergency officials say - Reuters. Latest update from Reuters: The report is now confirmed by Reuters. Sandbags, water bottles and popsicles changed hands around Rocky Ripple's Hohlt Park as residents turned out by the hundreds to stop levee leaks. The northside neighborhood, which abuts the still-elevated White River, saw water start to flow over the top of its levees late Aug. Efforts to deliver sandbags to impacted areas around the Rocky Ripple Town Hall, Hohlt Park and other locale ramped up when the river reached its crest point, which was estimated for around 8 p.m. Patricia Wildhack, a Rocky Ripple resident of 26 years, said the turnout is reflective of the neighborhood's character. Popsicle in hand as the Bee Gees' "Stayin' Alive" floated in the background, Wildhack said that while the weekend flooding was historic, the Rocky Ripple response wasn't a surprise. "It's so amazing how many people are helping," Wildhack said. "Look at this.
Latest update from CBS News: Indiana storms linked to 7 deaths as floods trigger rescues and evacuations. Latest update from CBS News: At least five deaths in Indiana have been linked to storms that triggered what many described as historic flooding, according to Gov. Latest update from Reuters: Six dead in Indiana after storms and floods, emergency officials say - Reuters. Sandbags, water bottles and popsicles changed hands around Rocky Ripple's Hohlt Park as residents turned out by the hundreds to stop levee leaks. The northside neighborhood, which abuts the still-elevated White River, saw water start to flow over the top of its levees late Aug. Efforts to deliver sandbags to impacted areas around the Rocky Ripple Town Hall, Hohlt Park and other locale ramped up when the river reached its crest point, which was estimated for around 8 p.m. Patricia Wildhack, a Rocky Ripple resident of 26 years, said the turnout is reflective of the neighborhood's character. Popsicle in hand as the Bee Gees' "Stayin' Alive" floated in the background, Wildhack said that while the weekend flooding was historic, the Rocky Ripple response wasn't a surprise. "It's so amazing how many people are helping," Wildhack said. "Look at this.
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