The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has issued a flood warning for Haw Creek through this evening.

Minor flooding is expected this afternoon into late tonight. According to forecasters, heavy rains of 2 to 3 inches are causing a sharp rise in creek and stream levels. Earlier this afternoon Haw Creek at Clifford was a few inches above the minor flood level and rising.

It is expected to crest later today at 12.7 feet, or about 8 inches above the minor flood stage.

Authorities warn that you should not try to drive across flooded roadways or drive around barricades. They say that most flood deaths occur in vehicles. They say, turn around and don’t drown.