Marion County Emergency Management

Marion County Emergency Management Official Facebook account for Marion County Emergency Management of Indianapolis, IN.

06/22/2026

⚡ National Lightning Safety Awareness Week is June 21–27.

Don't let lightning myths put you at risk.

🌩️ If you hear thunder, you're close enough to be struck.

🏠 When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!

💙 Happy Father’s Day!Today, we celebrate the dads, grandfathers, and father figures who help keep their families safe, i...
06/21/2026

💙 Happy Father’s Day!

Today, we celebrate the dads, grandfathers, and father figures who help keep their families safe, informed, and prepared.

Whether you're creating a family emergency plan, building an emergency kit, signing up for alerts, or volunteering in your community, your leadership helps strengthen preparedness at home and throughout Marion County.

Thank you for all you do to protect and support the people you love.

❤️🖤💚 Happy Juneteenth!Today we commemorate Juneteenth, honoring freedom, resilience, and the enduring strength of commun...
06/19/2026

❤️🖤💚 Happy Juneteenth!

Today we commemorate Juneteenth, honoring freedom, resilience, and the enduring strength of communities across our nation.

As we reflect on this important day in history, Marion County Emergency Management remains committed to supporting a safe, prepared, and resilient community for all.

06/18/2026

MESA Indy Alert:

Flood Warning issued June 18 at 5:54AM EDT until June 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

* WHERE...Southern Hendricks County in central Indiana...
Southern Marion County in central Indiana...
Morgan County in central Indiana...
Northwestern Monroe County in south central Indiana...
Clay County in west central Indiana...
Owen County in west central Indiana...
Southern Putnam County in west central Indiana...
Central Vigo County in west central Indiana...

* WHEN...Until 900 AM EDT.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 553 AM EDT, gauge reports indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Flooding is already occurring in the warned
area. Up to 4 inches of rain have fallen.
- Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is
expected.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Indianapolis, Terre Haute, Greenwood, Plainfield, Beech
Grove, Martinsville, Greencastle, Mooresville, Brazil,
Spencer, Southport, Ellettsville, West Terre Haute,
Cloverdale, Brooklyn, Prairieton, Monrovia, Seelyville,
Clayton and Knightsville.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

06/18/2026

MESA Indy Alert:

Flood Warning issued June 18 at 3:32AM EDT until June 18 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

* WHERE...Southern Hendricks County in central Indiana...
Southern Marion County in central Indiana...
Morgan County in central Indiana...
Northwestern Monroe County in south central Indiana...
Clay County in west central Indiana...
Owen County in west central Indiana...
Southern Putnam County in west central Indiana...
Vigo County in west central Indiana...

* WHEN...Until 600 AM EDT.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 331 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Flooding is already occurring in the warned
area. Up to 4.5 inches of rain have fallen.
- Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is
expected.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Indianapolis, Terre Haute, Greenwood, Plainfield, Beech
Grove, Martinsville, Greencastle, Mooresville, Brazil,
Spencer, Southport, Ellettsville, West Terre Haute,
Cloverdale, Brooklyn, Prairieton, Monrovia, Seelyville,
Morgantown and Clayton.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.

06/18/2026

MESA Indy Alert:

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 17 at 9:24PM EDT until June 17 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
SVRIND

The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Western Shelby County in central Indiana...
Northeastern Morgan County in central Indiana...
Johnson County in central Indiana...
Southeastern Hendricks County in central Indiana...
Southern Marion County in central Indiana...

* Until 1000 PM EDT.

* At 924 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Mooresville,
or 17 miles southwest of Indianapolis, moving east at 45 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

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

* Locations impacted include...
Indianapolis, Greenwood, Plainfield, Franklin, Mooresville,
Southport, New Whiteland, Whiteland, Bargersville, Brooklyn,
Homecroft, Fairland, Bethany, Boggstown, Marietta, Waverly,
Centerton, and Camby.

This includes the following highways...
Interstate 65 between mile markers 86 and 104.
Interstate 74 between mile markers 98 and 106.
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 100 AM EDT for central
Indiana.

🌩️ Severe storms may occur overnight while many people are sleeping.Make sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings...
06/17/2026

🌩️ Severe storms may occur overnight while many people are sleeping.

Make sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings before you go to bed:

✅ Wireless Emergency Alerts enabled on your phone
✅ NOAA Weather Radio nearby and turned on
✅ Flashlight and sturdy shoes by your bed
✅ A safe place identified before storms arrive

Text MESAINDY to 67283 for Marion County emergency alerts.

⛈️ Do you know the safest place in your home during severe weather?✅ Basement or storm shelter✅ Interior hallway, closet...
06/17/2026

⛈️ Do you know the safest place in your home during severe weather?

✅ Basement or storm shelter
✅ Interior hallway, closet, or bathroom

❌ Avoid kitchens, living rooms, garages, rooms with windows, and decks/porches.

Have a plan, know where to shelter, and be ready to act when warnings are issued.

📱 Text MESAINDY to 67283 for Marion County emergency alerts.

⛈️ June 17 – Are You Severe Weather Prepared?With hail, damaging winds, tornadoes, and flash flooding possible today, ma...
06/17/2026

⛈️ June 17 – Are You Severe Weather Prepared?

With hail, damaging winds, tornadoes, and flash flooding possible today, make sure you have multiple ways to receive weather alerts:

• Register for Marion County emergency alerts by texting MESAINDY to 67283
• Enable weather and news app notifications on your phone
• Have a NOAA Weather Radio
• Monitor the National Weather Service Indianapolis forecasts
• Watch local news weather updates

🚨 Remember: Marion County's outdoor warning sirens are designed to alert people who are outdoors to seek shelter immediately. Sirens are not intended to warn people who are already indoors.

Know your emergency plans and be prepared to act.

06/17/2026

MESA Indy Alert:

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 16 at 8:12PM EDT until June 16 at 8:45PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
SVRIND

The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northwestern Shelby County in central Indiana...
Southwestern Hancock County in central Indiana...
Southeastern Marion County in central Indiana...

* Until 845 PM EDT.

* At 812 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Indianapolis,
moving east at 30 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Indianapolis, Lawrence, Greenfield, Beech Grove, Cumberland, New
Palestine, Warren Park, Fairland, Spring Lake, Monument Circle, and
Indiana State Fairgrounds.

This includes the following highways...
Interstate 65 between mile markers 105 and 115.
Interstate 70 between mile markers 78 and 106.
Interstate 74 between mile markers 93 and 107.
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

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201 N. Shadeland Avenue
Indianapolis, IN
46219

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