High Wind Warning Issued for Central and East Central Indiana Through Friday Night

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has issued a High Wind Warning for portions of central, east central, and north central Indiana. This alert (NWS code: HWW) indicates that damaging winds are likely within the warning area.

Affected Areas

The warning impacts the following counties in Indiana:

• Carroll
• Clinton
• Howard
• Tipton
• Hamilton
• Madison
• Delaware
• Randolph
• Hancock
• Henry
• Rush

Expected Conditions

West winds are forecast to reach sustained speeds of 20 to 30 mph. Wind gusts are expected to peak at approximately 60 mph. According to the National Weather Service, these damaging winds are likely to blow down trees and power lines, and widespread power outages are anticipated. Travel will be difficult, particularly for high-profile vehicles.

Timeline

The High Wind Warning is effective starting at 5:00 AM EDT on Friday, March 13, 2026. The warning is currently scheduled to expire at 8:00 PM EDT on Friday evening.

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm.
• Stay away from windows to avoid potential injury from breaking glass.
• Watch for falling debris and tree limbs when outdoors.
• Use extreme caution if you must drive, especially in high-profile vehicles that are more susceptible to wind gusts.