First published 9/18/2026, 10:21:15 PM · Last updated 9/18/2026, 10:21:15 PM

Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 6:12PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

The National Weather Service office in Indianapolis issued a Special Weather Statement for the Indianapolis, Indiana area on September 18 at 6:12 PM EDT. The source title provides no further details about the specific hazard or expected impacts.

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: 6/10The 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: 7/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Special Weather Statements notify local residents and travelers about potentially hazardous or noteworthy weather conditions. Even without details, the statement could indicate short‑term impacts to safety, travel, and outdoor activities for people in the Indianapolis area.

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Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 6:12PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

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