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Strong to severe storms expected across Indiana this afternoon<\/strong><\/p>\n This Wednesday, June 19<\/strong>, the weather across Central Indiana<\/strong>, including Indianapolis<\/strong>, is dominated by a volatile storm system<\/strong> expected to strengthen by the afternoon<\/strong>. Strong to severe thunderstorms<\/strong> may develop, particularly after 2:00 PM EDT<\/strong>, with the primary threat being damaging wind gusts<\/strong> exceeding 60 mph (96 km\/h)<\/strong>. In some areas, localized heavy rainfall<\/strong> could lead to minor flooding<\/strong>, especially in low-lying or urban zones<\/strong>.<\/p>\n An isolated tornado<\/strong> cannot be ruled out, though it remains a secondary concern<\/strong>. Storm activity will linger into the evening and early overnight hours<\/strong>, particularly along and south of the I-70 corridor<\/strong>. Residents across Marion County<\/strong>, Hamilton County<\/strong>, and neighboring regions should have a reliable way to receive weather alerts<\/strong>, as severe thunderstorm warnings<\/strong> could be issued with short notice.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Gradual clearing returns Thursday with summer heat building<\/strong><\/p>\n By Thursday afternoon<\/strong>, skies will turn mostly sunny<\/strong>, allowing for temperatures to rebound<\/strong> into the upper 80s\u00b0F (around 31\u00b0C)<\/strong>. As the humid air mass lingers<\/strong>, heat index values<\/strong> may approach or slightly exceed 100\u00b0F (38\u00b0C)<\/strong> in some areas.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Sustained heat wave to persist into next week<\/strong><\/p>\n Looking ahead, a prolonged period of above-average warmth<\/strong> is expected across Indiana<\/strong>, with daily highs consistently reaching the low to mid 90s\u00b0F (33\u201335\u00b0C)<\/strong>. This heat wave pattern<\/strong>, driven by a strong upper-level ridge<\/strong>, shows no signs of breaking through at least the middle of next week<\/strong>. Air conditioning<\/strong>, hydration, and shade will be essential for staying comfortable as dew points remain elevated<\/strong>, making it feel even hotter than actual air temperatures suggest<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Indianapolis weather forecast<\/strong><\/p>\n Today, Wednesday, June 19<\/strong>: Strong to severe storms<\/strong> likely, mainly in the afternoon. High near 83\u00b0F (28\u00b0C)<\/strong>. Stay alert throughout Wednesday<\/strong>, particularly during the afternoon commute<\/strong>, as the atmosphere becomes increasingly unstable<\/strong> across the Midwest<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Strong to severe storms expected across Indiana this afternoon This Wednesday, June 19, the weather across Central Indiana, including Indianapolis, is dominated by a volatile storm system expected to strengthen by the afternoon. Strong to severe thunderstorms may develop, particularly after 2:00 PM EDT, with the primary threat being damaging wind gusts exceeding 60 mph […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":4474,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4473","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-news"],"yoast_head":"\n
\nOvernight<\/strong>: Lingering thunderstorms<\/strong>, especially south. Low around 67\u00b0F (19\u00b0C)<\/strong>.
\nTomorrow, Thursday, June 20<\/strong>: Sun returns with gradually clearing skies<\/strong>. High near 82\u00b0F (28\u00b0C)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n