Mandatory Evacuations Ordered Along Whitewater River Due to Severe Flooding
Mandatory evacuations have been ordered for multiple neighborhoods and areas adjacent to the Whitewater River in Dearborn County, Indiana, due to widespread flooding. An evacuation shelter is available, and residents are urged to move to safety immediately.
Cincinnati, OH, August 13, 2026 —
DEARBORN COUNTY, IN – Mandatory evacuations are in effect for several neighborhoods and areas bordering the Whitewater River in Dearborn County, Indiana, as widespread flooding poses a significant risk to residents.
Local authorities have issued the order, urging all individuals in the affected zones to relocate to safety without delay. The decision comes as the Whitewater River has experienced substantial flooding, impacting communities along its banks.
An evacuation shelter has been established to provide a safe haven for those displaced by the rising waters. Details regarding the shelter’s location and operating hours have been disseminated to residents through official channels.
Officials are emphasizing the seriousness of the situation and are advising residents to heed the evacuation orders to ensure their well-being. The full extent of the flooding and its potential impact on infrastructure is still being assessed.
Further updates regarding the flood situation and evacuation status will be provided by emergency management officials.
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