City of Tipton, Ind.

08/18/2026

Mayor Schmicker provides a Tuesday, August 18th update on cleanup efforts following the flooding.

The Tipton City Park cleanup is well underway. City staff have made progress clearing debris today. The park remains closed, and volunteer opportunities are still being finalized. More details on how to help will be shared soon.

A flood cleanup drop-off site is now set up at the former Steel Parts property, located at 801 Berryman Pike.

The site will be open Wednesday, Aug. 19 through Saturday, Aug. 22, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Saturday hours are included so residents who work during the week have time to bring items. If there is still a need after Saturday, the schedule may be extended into the following week.

The site will accept the following flood-damaged items:

General construction and household debris, such as flooring, carpeting and other water-damaged building materials.

Appliances and electronics damaged by flooding.

This site is for flood-related debris only.

As a reminder, if you experienced any flood-related damage, please report it by calling 211 or visiting in211.org and using the damage reporting button. Reporting damage is important for the city, county and state to document the impact and secure the resources needed to help with recovery.

08/18/2026

Public safety officials are aware of the submerged vehicle in the Cicero Creek and all occupants have been accounted for.

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Local officials are aware of a submerged vehicle in the Cicero Creek just to the east of the Main Street bridge near South Pole and the Tipton Manor Apartments. The vehicle is currently unoccupied, all occupants have been accounted for, and there is no one in danger. The vehicle will be removed when the current slows and it is safe to do so.

There is no need to contact 911 or the non-emergency number.

Tipton Police Department, Tipton County Sheriff’s Office - Indiana, Tipton County Communications E-911 - Indiana

08/17/2026

Mayor Schmicker provides a Monday evening update on the city's cleanup efforts after the flooding.

The city park remains closed and is expected to stay closed for an extended period while crews clear debris and disinfect all equipment. The park is closed to everyone, including vehicles, pedestrians and bikes. Please respect the barricades and stay out of the area for your safety.

Our street department crews are actively cleaning up flood debris across the southern part of the city, including street sweeping on South Street and surrounding areas.

If you experienced any flood-related damage, please report it by calling 211 or visiting the link in the comments. Reporting damage is important for the city, county and state to document the impact and secure the resources needed to help with recovery.

We are also working to set up a cleanup site for residents with options for flood debris, yard waste, and damaged appliances or electronics. Details on the location and timing will be shared in the coming days.

Volunteer opportunities to help with park cleanup are also being organized. Stay tuned for more information on how to get involved!

08/16/2026

Well said, Tipton Fire Department 💚

There are so many thank you’s to go around after the past few days and Chief Ogden’s words echo the thanks from all of the city departments.

It takes an entire community to get through things like this flooding, and we’re incredibly proud of how ours responded!

08/16/2026

Mayor Schmicker provides updates on the flooding in the City of Tipton, including an outlook on the work ahead as we start to shift into the recovery phase.

The Tipton County Communications E-911 - Indiana also has provided the following update:

All Shelters are closed at this time. The showers at the Tipton County Fairgrounds (1200 S Main St) will remain open for individuals to use if needed.

INDIANA 211 is active for reporting flood damage for Tipton County.

If you have experienced damage please report it through Indiana 211, visit in211.org or dial 211.

Reporting through the website is the preferred way. Ensure you are selecting the Tipton County Severe Weather and Flooding August 2026.

08/16/2026

There’s still a lot of work to be done to coordinate cleanup and recovery efforts. Please be patient with city and county officials as we work together to coordinate volunteers, donations, damage reporting, etc.

Appropriate steps need to be followed to ensure we document everything correctly to send to the state.

We know everyone is anxious to move past this, but patience and processes are key as we move toward the recovery phase of this disaster.

Please make sure you’re following Tipton County Communications E-911 - Indiana for the latest information on damage reporting and other recovery efforts across the county.

08/16/2026

As water levels continue to recede in the Cicero Creek and on area roads, please do not try to explore the flooded areas. Remaining water and debris can hide serious hazards, including contaminated water, sharp objects and displaced wildlife.

For example, this snake was found in the flower pot by the bridge!

Even after water recedes to safe levels, the Tipton City Park will stay closed until crews can fully assess and clear the area.

Several roadways also still have high water levels. Please continue to avoid these areas and use alternate routes where possible.

We’ll keep providing updates as conditions improve.

08/15/2026

Mayor Schmicker provides a Saturday evening update on the flooding in the City of Tipton.

We are not in the clear yet, but we're hopeful water levels will continue to recede moving into Sunday. City and county officials will continue to monitor the potential for more rain and the gauges from other sections of the Cicero Creek over the next 24-48 hours.

If you've been displaced by the high waters, the shelter at the Tipton County Fairgrounds Auditorium is still open. Pets are welcome, but must be in a crate.

08/15/2026

Saturday evening update on the water levels across the city.

Please continue to avoid the areas of high water. Do not attempt to drive through the water or allow children to play in the areas of high water.

As of 5 PM, there is currently one shelter open in the city for residents displaced by the high water:

Tipton County Fairgrounds Auditorium
1200 S. Main St. (pets welcome, must be in a crate)

08/15/2026

Thank you for your willingness to support Tipton County residents during the current flooding situation. We are seeking volunteers to assist with shelter operations if a shelter is activated. Volunteers will work in 4-hour shifts, with 4 volunteers needed per shift. Duties may include greeting and r...