Storm Chaser Cody Fields

09/03/2025

We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Storm Chaser Chris Cooley.

Chris was one of the first members of Indiana Weather Network and was a part of the team up until this summer. He loved photography, cars, planes, and of course, weather.

The chasing community lost a great one today. Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers are with the Cooley family during this difficult time.

08/19/2025

East Chicago, IN 8/19/25 after receiving 6+ inches of rainfall in a short period of time the night before.

08/19/2025

Shelf cloud rolling into Portage, IN right now! Courtesy of IWN staff Cody Fields. - 8:14pm ET

08/17/2025

Sunrise on mammatus clouds this morning after a stormy night was a sight to see! 😍

08/13/2025

07/26/2025

This is scud. Scud clouds are perhaps the most common feature mistaken for tornadoes. They are low, ragged cloud fragments that can sometimes be located near the updraft region of the storm. However, they lack organized, persistent rotation.

07/19/2025

⚠️Severe weather outlook!

Confidence is increasing that we will see severe weather tomorrow afternoon across Indiana.

-WHAT-

A strong line of thunderstorms is expected to develop in Illinois before moving into Indiana during the afternoon hours on Saturday. This line will be capable of producing damaging winds to 70mph, isolated tornadoes, and hail up to 1.00". There is still some uncertainty as to the evolution of these storms.

Scenario 1: These storms stay loosely organized, similar to what we saw earlier this week. In this scenario, scattered strong to severe wind gusts would be the main hazard.

Scenario 2: Storms are able to grow upscale very quickly, establishing a cold pool aloft. This would allow them to be much stronger with widespread severe wind gusts to 60-70mph and perhaps an isolated tornado.

Timing tomorrow is 1:00 pm ET through 10:00 pm ET. Times are subject to change.
Stay weather aware and have multiple ways to receive warnings tomorrow!

06/18/2025

Let's see what the lovely Hoosier state has to offer today 🌪

06/18/2025

A tornado watch will likely be needed soon for portions of Indiana. - 12:02pm ET

Additional watches further east and/or south are likely.