Severe Thunderstorm Triggers Tornado Warning in Indianapolis
Indianapolis tornado warning: Scary thunderstorm passes through city; residents share videos
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A severe thunderstorm prompted a tornado warning in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Friday afternoon. The warning lasted about 20 minutes before being canceled by the National Weather Service. While the storm caused power outages and downed trees, no confirmed tornado was reported.
- 01A tornado warning was issued for Indianapolis, Indiana, due to a severe thunderstorm.
- 02The warning lasted for approximately 20 minutes before being canceled.
- 03No confirmed tornado was reported, but the storm caused significant disruptions.
- 04Around 11,000 customers experienced power outages in affected areas.
- 05The storm resulted in downed trees and traffic incidents in the city.
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On Friday afternoon, a severe thunderstorm prompted a tornado warning for Indianapolis, Indiana. The National Weather Service issued the warning, which lasted about 20 minutes before being canceled at 5 PM local time. Local meteorologist Greg Melo confirmed that there was no tornado on the ground, although the storm caused significant disruptions. Areas such as Mooresville and Lawrence experienced power outages, affecting nearly 11,000 customers. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department reported downed trees and power lines, leading to at least two traffic incidents. Despite the storm's intensity, it is expected to weaken further as the evening progresses.
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Residents faced power outages and disruptions due to downed trees and power lines, affecting daily activities and safety.
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