First published 9/18/2026, 9:55:15 PM · Last updated 9/18/2026, 9:55:15 PM

Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 4:55PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

The National Weather Service office in Indianapolis issued a Special Weather Statement on 2026-09-18 at 4:55PM EDT. The supplied item contains only the alert header and issuance time; the statement body and specific hazards, timing, or impacts are not included in the provided source fields.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 4/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 4/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 5/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 4/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 2/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 6/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Special Weather Statements can precede hazardous short-term weather (e.g., strong thunderstorms, high winds, localized flooding, or other hazards). Local recipients and travelers in the Indianapolis area should consult the full alert from NWS Indianapolis for details and any recommended protective actions.

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Sources

Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 4:55PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

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