06/17/2026
Weather update!
WEATHER UPDATE – RISK LEVEL LOWERED FOR HUNTINGTON COUNTY
As of this update, Huntington County has been downgraded to a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe weather today by the NOAA/NWS Storm Prediction Center.
While this is encouraging news, a Level 2 risk does NOT mean the threat is gone. Severe thunderstorms remain possible, with hazards including:
• Damaging wind gusts
• Large hail
• Heavy rainfall
• An isolated tornado cannot be completely ruled out
We are currently reviewing the latest forecast information and coordinating with our weather partners. Additional updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
Now is still a good time to:
✅ Review your severe weather safety plan
✅ Make sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings
✅ Keep phones charged and emergency notifications enabled
✅ Stay weather aware throughout the day and evening
Outdated information
HUNTINGTON COUNTY SEVERE WEATHER UPDATE
While some positive trends have developed this afternoon, Huntington County remains under a Level 3 of 5 (Enhanced Risk) for severe weather today and tonight.
The latest briefing from the National Weather Service continues to highlight the potential for a significant severe weather event this evening, especially between 5:00 PM and Midnight EDT.
Main Hazards
- Damaging winds in excess of 70 mph
- Large hail
- Tornadoes, including the potential for strong tornadoes
- Heavy rainfall and localized flooding
Current Risk Assessment for Huntington County
- 30-44% probability of damaging severe winds within 25 miles of any point in the county.
- 10-14% probability of tornadoes within 25 miles of any point in the county.
- Huntington County remains within the area where significant severe wind gusts (>70 mph) are possible.
What Has Changed?
Some earlier forecast updates suggested a lower overall threat across portions of northern Indiana due to ongoing rainfall and reduced instability. However, forecasters continue to expect conditions to become favorable for severe thunderstorm development later this afternoon and evening.
Timing
Greatest threat window: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM EDT
What You Should Do Now
- Review your severe weather safety plan.
- Have multiple ways to receive warnings, including Wireless Emergency Alerts, NOAA Weather Radio, local media, and trusted weather apps.
- Be prepared to take shelter quickly if a warning is issued.
- Monitor forecasts closely as conditions can change rapidly.
Huntington County Emergency Management/Dispatch will continue monitoring conditions throughout the evening and will provide updates as needed. Stay weather aware and be prepared to act if warnings are issued.
