US EditionGov. Braun Issues Statewide Disaster Declaration, Trump Approves Federal Emergency Declaration as Indiana Sees Severe Winter Storm
Governor Braun deployed over 940 plows and the National Guard to address heavy snowfall and life-threatening cold, with southern Indiana forecast to receive up to 17 inches of snow.
- On January 24, 2026, Indiana Governor Mike Braun issued a statewide disaster emergency and state of emergency, directing the Indiana Department of Homeland Security to coordinate efforts with federal approval for 60 days.
- Earlier this week, Braun mobilized state resources and placed the Indiana National Guard on active duty, while the State Emergency Operations Center activated around noon Saturday to coordinate response.
- INDOT has deployed over 940 plow trucks and more than 1,600 plow operators throughout the weekend, and Braun waived hours‑of‑service restrictions for motor carriers transporting propane, poultry, and livestock.
- As a result of federal approval, officials said the declaration allows greater flexibility in using state resources and helps facilitate federal assistance, Braun thanked President Trump for his support and approval.
- Winter storm warnings remained in effect across northern Indiana through Sunday night, southern Indiana was urged to conserve electricity with 10 to 17 inches possible, and Indiana State Police reported about 70 crashes while urging motorists to stay in vehicles and call 911.
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Indiana State Police report 70 crashes amid snowfall
INTERVIEW WITH PERRINE INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Hazardous road conditions have been reported throughout Indiana due to significant snowfall, prompting the Indiana State Police to urge caution among motorists. According to Sergeant John Perrine, the public information officer for the Indiana State Police’s Indianapolis District, road conditions are not in good shape at all. “It’s probably the deepest snow that I’ve seen on our highways in recent mem…
Gov. Mike Braun issues statewide disaster declaration as Indiana sees severe winter storm
INDIANAPOLIS — The office of Indiana Gov. Mike Braun issued a statewide disaster emergency declaration as the state continues to be impacted by severe winter weather. In the declaration, issued by Braun's office early Saturday evening, the governor stated that the ongoing severe winter storm conditions, as well as forecasted conditions for the storm, constitute [...]
Gov. Braun issues statewide disaster declaration, Trump approves federal emergency declaration as Indiana sees severe winter storm
INDIANAPOLIS — The office of Indiana Gov. Mike Braun issued a statewide disaster emergency declaration as the state continues to be impacted by severe winter weather. In the declaration, issued by Braun's office early Saturday evening, the governor stated that the ongoing severe winter storm conditions, as well as forecasted conditions for the storm, constitute [...]
Indiana governor declares state of emergency over winter storm
Indiana Governor Mike Braun declared a state of emergency Saturday amid a severe winter storm expected to bring inches of snow amid extremely cold temperatures. Governor Braun shared the declaration that was signed Friday in a post on Facebook on Saturday. “In addition to the federal emergency response declaration, I have signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency in Indiana and directing the Indiana Department of Homeland Security…
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