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Six dead, including four-year-old boy, due to storms in Indiana

In Indiana, more powerful storms and floods have led to at least six fatalities, including a four-year-old boy, according to authorities.

16 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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In the U.S. state of Indiana, severe storms and flooding have resulted in the deaths of at least six people. Among the victims is a four-year-old boy, according to state officials.

Authorities have confirmed that conditions in the region are concerning, with heavy rainfall and strong winds causing the destructive events.

The storms have not only claimed lives but also caused significant damage to property and infrastructure in the affected areas.

Emergency services are active in the impacted regions to locate any potential additional victims and to assess the damage.

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