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Director - Misty Moore
Deputy Director - Joe Fitzgerald

06/19/2026

Gov. Braun Declares State of Disaster Emergency for 63 Indiana Counties

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Governor Mike Braun has declared a state of disaster emergency for 63 counties in Indiana.

"Many Hoosier communities were impacted by the severe weather that swept through our state this week. This emergency declaration ensures that every available state resource is mobilized quickly to support response efforts, help local governments address urgent needs, and help Hoosiers recover." - Governor Mike Braun

Due to flooding, severe weather, tornadic activity, and a derecho, Gov. Braun declared a state of disaster emergency in Allen, Bartholomew, Benton, Boone, Brown, Carroll, Cass, Clay, Clinton, Dearborn, Decatur, Delaware, Elkhart, Franklin, Fountain, Fulton, Grant, Greene, Hamilton, Hancock, Harrison, Hendricks, Howard, Huntington, Jackson, Jasper, Jay, Jefferson, Jennings, Johnson, Kosciusko, Knox, LaGrange, Lake, LaPorte, Lawrence, Madison, Marion, Marshall, Miami, Monroe, Montgomery, Morgan, Newton, Ohio, Owen, Parke, Porter, Putnam, Randolph, Ripley, Rush, Shelby, St. Joseph, Steuben, Switzerland, Tippecanoe, Wabash, Warren, White, Vanderburgh, Vermillion, and Vigo counties.

This is effective for 30 days and allows the Indiana Department of Homeland Security to provide financial assistance to impacted families who have eligible expenses under the State Disaster Relief Fund program.

To apply for individual assistance, click
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/1ff14bd335c44c50bae1978f4953fbcd

The full disaster emergency can be found:https://www.in.gov/gov/files/EO-26-15.pdf

06/18/2026

We noticed a few questions about shelters during storms. We wanted to provide some information for you.

SEVERE WEATHER SAFETY: Do’s & Don’ts

THE DON'TS
• DON'T stay in your car: A vehicle is the LEAST SAFE place to be during severe weather.

• DON’T get under an overpass or bridge. You are safer in a low flat location.

• DON'T go to fire stations or hospitals: They are NOT storm shelters. First responders and medical staff need their facilities clear so they can focus on active emergencies.

• DON'T rely on social media hearsay: Rumors spread fast. Only trust updates from reliable sources including public safety agencies such as police, fire, emergency management or the National Weather Service.

Know the Difference: Storm Shelter vs. Disaster Shelter
• Storm Shelter (Before & During): A safe place to shelter while a storm is approaching and passing. It is important to identify this location prior to needing it. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE to determine your shelter location.

• Disaster Shelter (After): A place set up after the storm has passed for families displaced by damage. These will be announced if/when established.

THE DO'S: Your Best Storm Shelter Options If a storm is approaching and you need to shelter right now, look for:
1. A basement (yours or a neighbor's, with prior permission).
2. An interior, first-floor room completely away from windows and doors (like a central closet, hallway, or bathroom).
3. Designated shelter areas provided by some mobile home parks and apartment complexes.

Stay safe, stay informed, and get your news straight from official local authorities!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Hancock County Emergency Management & Homeland Security.

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Greenfield, IN
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