Monroe County
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 2:52AM EST until January 20 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Indianapolis IN
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 14 below zero expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, and west central Indiana. * WHEN...Until 9 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 2:52AM EST until January 19 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Indianapolis IN
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 9 below zero expected. * WHERE...Greene, Knox, and Sullivan Counties. * WHEN...Until 11 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Special Weather Statement issued January 18 at 2:58PM EST by NWS Indianapolis IN
A 3 to 4 hour period of light snow is expected this evening into the early overnight with scattered flurries lingering through the remainder of the night. Light accumulations less than an inch are possible focused especially across the northern half of central Indiana. Untreated roads will become slick and snow covered. Increasing winds and bitterly cold temperatures late tonight into Monday morning will support blowing snow, especially in rural areas. Challenging travel conditions are possible this evening through Monday morning. Use caution and allow for extra time to reach your destination.
Lower Lake Levels
Starting in December lake levels will be lowered to allow more water storage capacity for spring precipitation. Boat launches will not be available during low-water.
Acts Prohibited within the Charles C. Deam Wilderness
The following acts and omissions are prohibited in the Charles C. Deam Wilderness Area of the Hoosier National Forest.
Hoosier National Forest fire, camping, motor vehicle use, trail use, occupancy and use prohibitions
The following act(s) is/are prohibited within the Hoosier National Forest
Seasonal Cave Closure in Effect
All Hoosier National Forest caves are closed to visitors from August 16 and May 14 to prevent the disturbance of hibernating bats and reduce the spread of White-Nose syndrome in bats.
Rainbow Lake Area Closure
This Order restricts access to an 2.33-acre area, consisting of a 100 foot no activity buffer from the Northwestern cliff edges of East Rainbow Lake as identified in Exhibit A.
Hickory Ridge Trail 16 Closed
Hickory Ridge Trail 16 is currently closed from the junction of trail 17 on the west to junction with trail 17 on the east, south of trail 17.
Mano Point boat launch is open for small watercraft only
Mano Point boat launch is open for small watercraft only due to sediment under the water level.
Tipsaw Trail Bridge Closed Temporarily
Bridge #3 on Tipsaw Trail at Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area failed inspection and is closed for public safety. The trail remains open and visitors can bypass the bridge if they feel safe doing so.
Peninsula Trail Closed
The Peninsula Trail and Campsites 12 and 21 will remain closed until further notice. A severe storm in June 2024 caused significant damage.
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