Flash Flood Warning for Central Gibson County Including Princeton
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A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for central Gibson County in southwestern Indiana until 3:15 AM CDT due to heavy rainfall from thunderstorms.
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- Record type
- Flash Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Southwestern Indiana
- Issued
- September 12, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Paducah KY
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Alert Details
A Flash Flood Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Paducah KY. The alert is effective from September 12 at 12:45 AM CDT until September 12 at 3:15 AM CDT.
Affected Areas
Central Gibson County in southwestern Indiana, including Princeton.
What You Should Do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
Expected Conditions
Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 2 to 3 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible.
Timeline
The warning is in effect from 12:45 AM CDT to 3:15 AM CDT on September 12, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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