Jan 3, 2005
Major flooding of the White River occurred, prompting local emergency declarations in Gibson and Pike Counties. Floodfighting activities included the National Guard, which reinforced levees. Of particular concern was the levee protecting the community of Hazleton, which developed weak spots and some leaks. One-third to one-half of Hazleton was threatened by the levee failure, and 21 people were evacuated as a precautionary measure. The Governor of Indiana visited Hazleton during a tour of the fl
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5438594). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Pike County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.