Storms bring flood concerns, power outages Monday

(VEVAY, Ind.) – The storms and heavy rains have led to some flood concerns and power outages on Monday night. 

A Flood Flood Warning is in effect for Switzerland County until 2:30 a.m. Tuesday.

"Several rounds of additional thunderstorms will produce rainfall rates of 1 inch per hour on top of saturated ground. Life-threatening flash flooding is possible," NWS forecasters said.

Other counties under the watch are Carroll, Gallatin and Owen counties in Kentucky.

As of 10:30 p.m., the storms have also led to some power outages in Jackson, and Jennings counties. 

There are approximately 490 Duke Energy outages in Jackson County and 110 in Jennings County, as of now. 

The Scipio-Geneva Fire Department in Jennings County has responded to at least one call with downed power lines and a downed tree on County Road 575 West near Adams Street. 

“Please treat all downed power lines as energized/live and stay far away. Do not risk your life by approaching or attempting to move debris near power lines,” the department said. 

There hasn't been any major power outages to report in Dearborn, Franklin, Ripley, Rush, Switzerland or Ohio counties.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for our area until 4 a.m. Tuesday.

Rain and storms are possible through the early morning hours. Tomorrow will bring cloudy skies with temperatures in the mid-70’s.