Indiana Emergency Preparedness
Based on 45 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Indiana.
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Risk Score
Moderate
Top Threats in Indiana
Severe Storm (25 declarations)
Moderate Tornado (4 declarations)
Low Flood (14 declarations)
Low Winter Storm (0 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Indiana has had 45 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Severe Storm 25
Flood 14
Tornado 4
Biological 1
Severe Ice Storm 1
Recent Declarations
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, And Flooding 2025-07-22
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, And Tornadoes 2023-04-15
Covid-19 Pandemic 2020-04-03
Severe Storms And Flooding 2018-05-04
Severe Winter Storm And Snowstorm 2014-04-22
Preparedness Tips for Indiana
- ✓ Trim trees and remove dead branches that could fall on your home
- ✓ Have a battery-powered weather radio for severe storm alerts
- ✓ Keep flashlights and extra batteries in multiple rooms
- ✓ Know the difference between a watch (conditions possible) and a warning (happening now)
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Emergency Radio
Severe storm warnings save lives when power is out
Generator
Severe storms frequently cause extended power outages
First Aid Kit
Storm damage can cause injuries when help is delayed