INDIANA — Severe weather expected across the Midwest this week could lead to school disruptions in parts of Indiana, particularly if storms cause power outages, flooding, or debris blocking roadways.
According to the NOAA Storm Prediction Center, strong to severe thunderstorms are expected Tuesday afternoon and evening across the Midwest as a low-pressure system tracks northeast along a frontal boundary. Northern and central Indiana are included in an area where severe storms could develop as conditions become favorable for intense weather.
Forecasters say the atmosphere across the region will feature warm, moist air combined with strong wind shear, creating an environment capable of producing supercell thunderstorms. These storms may generate very large hail, damaging wind gusts, and tornadoes. A portion of northwest Indiana is included in a moderate risk zone where the potential exists for multiple strong tornadoes Tuesday evening.
Storms are expected to continue moving eastward overnight and into Wednesday morning across the Ohio Valley. As the system evolves, clusters or lines of thunderstorms could continue producing damaging winds as they pass through Indiana.
If severe storms bring down trees or power lines, some communities could experience power outages that may affect schools. District officials sometimes delay or cancel classes when electricity is unavailable or when buildings cannot safely operate without power…