Metamora, Cedar Grove residents urged to find higher ground

(METAMORA, Ind.) – Franklin County officials are urging residents near low-lying areas of the Whitewater River to evacuate or find higher ground over the next few hours.

Officials are especially urging people in the Metamora or Cedar Grove areas to find higher ground.

Significant flooding is expected along the Whitewater River beginning around 2 p.m. 

“Typical flood stage is 17 feet and we are expecting nearly 22 feet on the river,” said Franklin County EMA director Amy Lindsey. 

There are currently numerous flood warnings and advisories issued for Franklin County.