Decatur County Emergency Management Agency

Decatur County Emergency Management Agency Decatur County Emergency Management Agency
315 S Ireland Street
Greensburg, IN 47240

Decatur County Emergency Management is charged with the mitigation, preparedness, response, recovery efforts for Decatur County, Indiana.This page is a refernce for infomration on how to become prepared for emergencies withoin our community.

📢 FEMA INDIVIDUAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLEIf you were affected by the recent severe weather and have disaster-related dam...
09/01/2026

📢 FEMA INDIVIDUAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE

If you were affected by the recent severe weather and have disaster-related damage or expenses, you may be eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance.

If you have already submitted your information to Decatur County EMA, we will be reaching out to you this week with this information. If you have not reached out locally, here is how you can also apply.

There are 2 easy ways to apply:
🌐 1. APPLY ONLINE
Visit https://DisasterAssistance.gov from your computer, tablet, or phone and follow the steps to complete your application.

📱 2. APPLY THROUGH THE FEMA APP
Download the FEMA App from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and apply directly from your mobile device.
Don't wait to apply if you believe you may be eligible. FEMA will review your application and determine what assistance may be available based on your circumstances.

❓ Have questions?
Please contact Decatur County EMA at 812-663-2004. We are happy to help point you in the right direction. You can also contact FEMA directly at 1-800-621-3362.

Decatur County EMA is here to help. Stay safe. Stay informed.

08/30/2026

Cloud cover north of I-70 has kept temperatures a bit milder across northern Indiana today. However, heat will continue to build heading into next week, with highs reaching the mid-90s by Wednesday. Heat index values are expected to approach 100° Tuesday through Thursday.

08/29/2026

Expect Mostly Sunny and Warm weather today with highs in the 80s. A warming trend is expected through early next week. Highs will reach the lower and middle 90s by the middle of next week.

FEMA Individual Assistance – Report Your Flood DamageDid you experience damage from the recent flooding and severe weath...
08/26/2026

FEMA Individual Assistance – Report Your Flood Damage
Did you experience damage from the recent flooding and severe weather event that occurred between August 11 and August 17, 2026?

Decatur County has been approved to receive Individual Assistance (IA) from FEMA. We are continuing to work through the process to determine what types of assistance may be available to those affected by this event.

This damage reporting process is for:
• Decatur County residents
• Property owners with property located in Decatur County
• Renters whose rental address is located in Decatur County

If you experienced damage, please help us document the impacts by completing the Decatur County Damage Information Form using the barcode below in the graphic, or the link provided at the end of this message.

When completing the form:
• Be as detailed and descriptive as possible about the damage you experienced.
• Upload photographs of the damage if you have them.
• Include all applicable information requested on the form.

Your information will help Decatur County document the overall impact of this event and support the ongoing disaster assistance process.

Please report your damage even if you are unsure whether you will qualify for assistance.

If you are NOT a Decatur County resident or property owner, contact your local EMA Office to inquire about the process for your County (if your County was included in the Federal/State Declaration). The process will likely be different in other Counties.

Thank you for helping us document the impacts of this flooding event and connect affected residents and property owners with available resources.

Link to report damage: https://arcg.is/Hq0f11
-OR- Use The QR Code Below

08/26/2026

There is a slight risk for severe thunderstorms across Central Indiana, mainly during the late afternoon and evening hours. The main threat will be damaging straight line winds.

08/23/2026

Quiet weather is expect today, but a few stray showers cannot be completely ruled out across far northeast portions of central IN. Otherwise, look for slightly cooler and drier weather the next few days. Rain chances return late Wednesday along with warmer temperatures.

Please note this is Tire collection ONLY! Toxic items will not be collected at this event.
08/20/2026

Please note this is Tire collection ONLY! Toxic items will not be collected at this event.

Hope to see everyone this evening at National Night Out!
08/20/2026

Hope to see everyone this evening at National Night Out!

08/18/2026

Rain chances return tomorrow with scattered thunderstorm chances throughout the day. Narrow bands of heavy rain will be possible, primarily in the afternoon and evening leading to a localized flood risk.

BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTEDSevere Thunderstorm WarningNational Weather Service Indianapolis IN607 PM EDT Su...
08/16/2026

BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Indianapolis IN
607 PM EDT Sun Aug 16 2026

The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Southern Shelby County in central Indiana...
Western Decatur County in central Indiana...
Brown County in south central Indiana...
Southern Johnson County in central Indiana...
Bartholomew County in central Indiana...
Northeastern Jackson County in south central Indiana...
Northwestern Jennings County in southeastern Indiana...

* Until 645 PM EDT.

* At 607 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from Franklin to Nashville, moving east at 50 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Columbus, Shelbyville, Franklin, Greensburg, Nashville, Adams, New
Whiteland, Edinburgh, Whiteland, Hope, Flat Rock, Milford,
Westport, Princes Lakes, Geneva, Trafalgar, St. Paul,
Elizabethtown, Hartsville, and Clifford.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

Torrential rainfall is occurring with these storms, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.

HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...

Address

315 S. Ireland Street
Greensburg, IN
47240

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+18126632004

Website

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