Extensive flooding and flash flooding were reported in the South Bend vicinity with numerous reports of vehicle rescues, submerged vehicles and closed roads.
Two SB residents using a canoe to get around. @ABC57News pic.twitter.com/3Xzx4t6t7L
— Evan Sery (@EvanSeryABC57) August 16, 2016
The Indiana Department of Homeland Security warns you to stay away of local weather reports and changing conditions.
“Flexibility is key to these types of situations,” Erickson said. “Assess plans, especially if you have to travel or be outdoors. Cancel them if necessary for safety.”
Areas in yellow = 5 to 10 in. of rain since last evening. Flooding persists this AM, dont cross water covered roads. pic.twitter.com/q6bfUUxdnM
— NWS Northern Indiana (@NWSIWX) August 16, 2016
Drive Around Flood Water:
-Don’t drive through flood water.
-Obey signs closing roads.
-Obey local public safety officials.
-If possible, avoid driving in hard rain. Wait until the storm passes if possible.
Water up way past my ankles just outside the entrance of Irish Hills Apt. complex. @ABC57News pic.twitter.com/l1VrQhkxz3
— Emily Kinzer (@EKinzer_ABC57) August 16, 2016
