Days of storms and flooding in Indiana have resulted in at least six fatalities since August 11. Among the deceased are a four-year-old boy, two men, and three women, according to Liz Woods, a state homeland security department spokesperson.
The four-year-old boy died on Tuesday in Jennings county when a tree fell through his bedroom during strong winds. Other victims include a 19-year-old man who reportedly jumped into the Mississinewa River, and a 58-year-old woman whose vehicle was believed to have been swept away on a flooded road.
Floodwaters in Indianapolis's White River peaked early on Sunday morning, with high levels expected to hold for a few hours before receding. The city's public works department plans to reopen floodgates on Sunday, and emergency shelters remain open after hundreds of homes were evacuated. Recovery efforts have begun in northern parts of the state as waters recede.
The National Weather Service (NWS) warned that heavy rain and flash flooding were still possible across central Indiana throughout Sunday. The NWS advised residents to check forecasts and avoid dangerous, fast-moving waters due to significant flooding along rivers and creeks, which has damaged roads and bridges.
Nearly 130,000 utility customers statewide remained without power by midday Sunday, down from a peak of approximately 300,000. Governor Mike Braun's request for federal disaster assistance was approved by Donald Trump on Saturday to aid in flooding response and recovery.