Flood Warnings in Effect After Heavy Rain

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After heavy rainfall of four inches or more in some areas, the National Weather Service has issued flood warnings for several rivers in the region, including the East Fork White River, Flatrock River, Driftwood River, and Haw Creek. Forecasters warn that continued rain over the next few days could worsen the flooding, which is expected to reach moderate levels in some areas by the end of the week.

Why it matters

Flooding can pose serious risks to public safety, damage property, and disrupt transportation. Emergency officials are urging residents not to drive on flooded roads, as most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles.

The details

The flood warnings cover much of Bartholomew, Brown, Decatur, Johnson, and Shelby counties. The East Fork White River at Seymour and Columbus, Flatrock River at Columbus, Driftwood River at Edinburgh, and Haw Creek are all expected to reach minor or moderate flood stages by Thursday and Friday. River gauges show the waterways rising above their flood thresholds, with the East Fork White River at Seymour forecast to crest in the moderate flood stage by Friday morning.

• The flood warnings went into effect on March 4, 2026.
• East Fork White River at Seymour is expected to enter the minor flood stage later this afternoon, then pass the moderate flood level by Thursday morning, before cresting in the moderate flood stage by Friday morning.
• East Fork White River at Columbus is expected to reach the minor flood level early Thursday morning and crest in the minor flood stage by Friday afternoon.
• Driftwood River at Edinburgh is expected to rise into minor flooding early Thursday morning and crest at just below the moderate flood level by Friday morning.
• Flatrock River at Columbus is expected to reach the minor flood level early Thursday morning and crest in the minor flood stage by Friday morning.

What’s next

The flood warnings will remain in effect until Sunday evening, and emergency officials will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed.