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Indiana District 1 Skywarn [WX9NWI] assists the US National Weather Service (NWS) during times of severe weather and emergency situations in the Northwestern Indiana counties of Lake, Porter, La Porte, Jasper, Newton, and expanded coverage to Benton Co.

06/14/2026

🎉 Huge congratulations to our two newest hams! 🎉

​Today, two outstanding youth applicants passed their Technician exams and officially joined the amateur radio community! Even better, through our partnership with the W5YI youth licensing grant, their FCC license fees are completely covered!

​This incredible program sponsors free licenses for anyone aged 25 and under, and the Porter County Amateur Radio Club is proud to help bring the next generation into the hobby. Let’s give them a massive shoutout in the comments! 📻👏

​Curious about amateur radio or thinking about getting your own license? We’d love to help you get started. Reach out to us to learn more about the hobby, our upcoming testing sessions, and how you can get on the air! 📡⚡

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06/14/2026

NWS:

Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued June 14 at 9:18AM CDT until June 15 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL..The National Weather Service in Chicago IL has issued a Flood
Warning for the following rivers in Illinois...Indiana...

Little Calumet River at Munster (Hohman Avenue) affecting Lake IN
and Cook Counties.

For the Little Calumet River...including Munster (Hohman Avenue)...
Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Little Calumet River from IN-912 in Hammond downstream to
confluence with Thorn Creek in South Holland, including the
Munster (Hohman Avenue) gauge.

* WHEN...Until tomorrow morning.

* IMPACTS...At 12.5 feet, Most areas outside of the levee-protected
area are inundated in Hammond and Munster.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 9:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 11.8 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage
late this morning to a crest near 12.5 feet this evening. It
is then forecast to fall tonight into tomorrow.
- Flood stage is 12.0 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
A Flood Warning means water levels above flood stage are imminent or
may already be occurring. Persons along rivers and streams in the
warned area should take immediate precautions to protect life and
property.

These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as
forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the
rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may
cause changes to these river forecasts.

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.

The next statement will be issued by late tonight.
http://www.weather.gov

06/14/2026

⚠️ Storm sirens are one of the most misunderstood weather warning tools. They are designed to alert people who are outdoors that dangerous weather is approaching and to seek shelter immediately. Once indoors, the next step is to get additional information from reliable sources such as weather apps, NOAA Weather Radio, or local media. Remember, sirens are activated by local officials & not the National Weather Service. Also note that the threat may still be ongoing even after the sirens stop sounding. Always wait for the warning to expire or for officials to give the all-clear before resuming normal activities.

06/14/2026

NWS:

Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued June 14 at 2:30AM CDT until June 14 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Illinois and northwest Indiana,
including the following counties, southeastern Cook and eastern
Will in Illinois and central Lake County in northwest Indiana.

* WHEN...Until 1000 AM CDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.
Underpasses may be flooded.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 230 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated that the heavy rain
has ended, however 1 to nearly 3 inches of rain fell in the
warning area. This heavy rainfall is likely to result in
flooding of small streams and creeks, as well as low lying
and poor drainage areas.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Merrillville, Chicago Heights, Schererville, Crown Point,
Munster, Park Forest, Matteson, Steger, Dyer, St. John,
Richton Park, Sauk Village, Flossmoor, Lynwood, Glenwood,
Crete, University Park, Olympia Fields, Ford Heights and
South Chicago Heights.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
A Flood Warning means flooding is imminent or may already be
occurring. Persons along rivers, creeks, and other waterways should
take immediate precautions to protect life and property.
http://www.weather.gov

06/14/2026

NWS:

Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 14 at 1:34AM CDT until June 14 at 5:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...Minor flooding caused by thunderstorms producing torrential
downpours is expected.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Illinois, including the following
counties, Cook and Will and northwest Indiana, including the
following county, Lake IN.

* WHEN...Until 500 AM CDT.

* IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 134 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms.
- Additional rainfall amounts locally up to 2 inches are
expected over the area. This additional rain will result in
minor flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Merrillville, Chicago Heights, Schererville, Hobart, Lansing,
Crown Point, Highland, Munster, Park Forest, Homewood, Cedar
Lake, Steger, Griffith, Dyer, St. John, Sauk Village,
Flossmoor, Lynwood, Glenwood and Crete.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
A Flood Advisory means minor flooding along waterways and other poor
drainage areas is imminent or may already be occurring. Persons in
the advisory area should use caution and avoid flood waters.
http://www.weather.gov

06/14/2026

NWS:

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 14 at 12:17AM CDT until June 14 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
SVRLOT

The National Weather Service in Chicago has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Southeastern Cook County in northeastern Illinois...
Northern Lake County in northwestern Indiana...

* Until 100 AM CDT.

* At 1217 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from Calumet City to Thornton, moving southeast at 20
mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Severe thunderstorms will be near...
Hammond, Calumet City, East Chicago, Lansing, Highland, Munster,
South Holland, Dyer, Sauk Village, and Lynwood around 1220 AM CDT.
Gary, Schererville, and Griffith around 1225 AM CDT.
St. John around 1230 AM CDT.
Merrillville around 1235 AM CDT.
Lake Station around 1245 AM CDT.
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.
http://www.weather.gov

06/13/2026

NWS:

Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 13 at 3:28PM CDT until June 14 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...High wave action and dangerous currents expected at Lake
Michigan beaches. Waves 3 to 5 ft expected.

* WHERE...Lake IN and Porter Counties.

* WHEN...From Sunday morning through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Swimming conditions will be life threatening,
especially for inexperienced swimmers.
Remain out of the water to avoid dangerous swimming conditions
and do not venture out onto piers, jetties, breakwalls, or other
shoreline structures.
http://www.weather.gov

06/13/2026

NWS:

Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 13 at 4:06PM EDT until June 14 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
* WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming
conditions expected. Waves will build to 3 to 4 feet Sunday
morning will continue into Sunday evening. Dangerous swimming
conditions are expected.

* WHERE...In Indiana, Northern La Porte county. In Michigan,
Northern Berrien and Southern Berrien counties.

* WHEN...From Sunday morning through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water
and high waves can sweep people off piers.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Do not venture out on piers.
http://www.weather.gov

06/13/2026

NWS:

Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued June 12 at 7:02PM CDT until June 14 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL..The National Weather Service in Chicago IL has issued a Flood
Warning for the following rivers in Indiana...

Kankakee River at Shelby affecting Newton and Lake IN Counties.

For the Kankakee River...including Shelby...Minor flooding is
forecast.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Kankakee River from Near I-65 and De Motte downstream to
IL/IN state line, including the Shelby gauge.

* WHEN...Until early Sunday morning.

* IMPACTS...At 10.5 feet, Water overflows low-lying river banks
along Bluegrass Road east of Sumava Resorts and along Westwood
Drive and Island Boulevard near Shelby. Water begins to be
diverted through the Blackberry Marsh Spillway to reduce flood
impacts.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 5:45 PM CDT Friday the stage was 10.5 feet.
- Recent Activity...The river has continued a slow climb today.
- Forecast...The river is expected to crest near flood stage
tonight.
- Flood stage is 10.5 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
A Flood Warning means water levels above flood stage are imminent or
may already be occurring. Persons along rivers and streams in the
warned area should take immediate precautions to protect life and
property.

These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as
forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the
rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may
cause changes to these river forecasts.

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.

The next statement will be issued by Saturday afternoon.
http://www.weather.gov

06/12/2026

Yesterday, Northwest Indiana and our neighboring communities experienced a severe and destructive severe weather outbreak. The hearts of everyone at Indiana District 1 Skywarn go out to all the families and individuals who suffered damage to their homes and businesses, especially our hard-hit neighbors in Merrillville, Hebron, and the surrounding areas.

We want to extend our deepest gratitude to our dedicated volunteer storm spotters who put eyes on the sky, as well as the local emergency management teams, dispatchers, and first responders who worked tirelessly through the night to keep our communities warned and safe. Your rapid reporting and response undoubtedly saved lives.

To those waking up today and beginning the incredibly difficult process of cleanup and recovery: you are in our deepest sympathies and our continuous prayers. District 1 stands with you.

Stay safe, everyone.

~W9ML

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