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Severe Rain Causes Flooding in Loogootee & Southwest Indiana

LOOGOOTEE, Ind. — More than 2 inches of rain dumped on southwest central Indiana Wednesday, sparking flooding in several areas, including the town of Loogootee. Meteorologists say the downpour, accompanied by training storms expected to continue into the evening, has…

More Information on the Severe Weather Tonight

According to the latest information from one of my sources from the Monroe County Emergency Alert System, the National Weather Service on a conference call about the storms coming in tonight, here is what we learned: – Strong damaging winds…

April 2 Storm Tips From The Martin County Sheriff’s Office

With the threat of severe weather this evening, three local churches are again opening their doors to serve as a public shelter. Storm Shelter Locations: 1. West Shoals Church of Christ– Shoals, IN 2. Cornerstone Community Church– Shoals, IN 3….

Storm Shelters Are Now Open in Martin County

The Martin County Sheriff’s Office in Loogootee & Shoals, Indiana has reported there are storm shelters located at The West Shoals Church of Christ along with St. John’s Catholic Church & the Conerstone Community Church in Loogootee and Shoals, Ind….

Duke Energy shares resources to help customers manage increased energy usage when temperatures drop

PLAINFIELD, Ind. – Duke Energy is offering information on how customers can save energy and money through financial assistance, energy-saving programs and conservation tips. Ways to manage winter heating bills Duke Energy offers free programs and tools to help customers…

National Weather Service Warns of Cold Chill in Indiana

The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has warns residents of an extreme cold advisory in effect until Tuesday at 10 a.m., with temperatures expected to drop below 20 degrees on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. Cold Weather Advisory issued January 18…

GALLERY: Snow and Sleet Fall in Loogootee

The following photos were taken our Editor & Chief, Braydyn Bear-Lents on Monday, January 6, 2025. More photos coming soon:

Weather and School Closings Update for Southern Indiana on January 7

(This information will be continuously updated. Save and check for updates by visiting our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages.) The following school closures have been reported by WAMW Radio and the Tri-State School Closings & Weather Facebook group: – Southwest…

School Delays, Business Closures, and Snow: What Area Residents Need to Know

This list includes all of the closures, updates, and school delays listed below that will impact Loogootee, Daviess County, Washington, Bloomington, and Montgomery, Indiana, according to reports by the Loogotee Community Schools, Monroe County Community School Corporation, and our partners…