Local News

High Water Closing Some Roads Around Fort Wayne

 

FORT WAYNE, Ind., (WOWO):  As of Thursday morning at 10:15 a.m., the following roads are closed due to high water:

•South County Line Rd between Winchester Rd. and US 27
•Marion Center Rd between Winchester Rd and US 27

The Highway Department reminds motorists that if they encounter a flooded roadway, be sure to “Turn Around, Don't Drown.” 

Experts say six inches of standing water is enough to cause passenger cars to stall, and a foot of water will float many vehicles.  Motorists should never drive through flooded roadways, and should never drive around the barriers warning you that the road is flooded.

Related posts

Suspect collapses, has heart attack while in custody

Darrin Wright

Fort Wayne TinCaps 2016 season starts soon

Saige Driver

Holiday shipping deadlines approach

Caleb Hatch