Storms that raced across Indiana Wednesday left their mark on the state's roads.
State officials say the worst of the damage happened in Wayne County on the state's eastern border. State Road 38 and I-70 had actual sections of the road swept away in the torrential downpour and ensuing floods.
I-70 is projected to open within 48 hours of the storm's passing. But the Indiana Department of Transportation, or INDOT, says repairs on State Road 38 will take more time, possibly up to two weeks.
"I just cannot speak highly enough of our team and our contractors that we work with," said Jordan Yaney, speaking for INDOT. "Because you've seen the pictures of what was happening on I-70 and the fact that less than, you know, 48 hours after that they say, 'Yes, we can have this back open, and it'll be safe and ready to go.' It's just incredible."
Some Muncie residents were evacuated from the south side of the city after heavy rain flooded homes. As of Wednesday afternoon, the Delaware County Emergency Management Agency said 15 people have been displaced and are currently being sheltered.
Multiple roads also flooded in Marion County, making them impassable until the water receded.
Gov. Mike Braun declared a statewide disaster emergency in response to storm and flood damage.
At a press event in Cambridge City, Braun said, "Our state's response is firing on all cylinders. I've declared a statewide disaster emergency, mobilized the Indiana National Guard and directed state agencies to get people, equipment and resources where they're needed."
Live updates about roads around the state can be found at 511in.org
Indiana Public Radio's Stephanie Wiechmann contributed to this report.
Contact WFYI Digital Producer and Reporter Jeremy Reuben at jreuben@wfyi.org
