A strong area of low pressure moved through Tennessee and Kentucky on December 26th. This brought blizzard conditions to central Indiana for much of the daylight hours of the 26th. Much of central Indiana saw over 6 inches of snow, with some areas seeing a foot of snow. Wind gusts over 40 mph at some locations caused some drifting of snow, and the blowing snow reduced visibilties to less than a quarter of a mile at times.

Blizzard in SHELBY, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 03:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Public

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in RUSH, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 03:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in CLAY, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 03:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in VIGO, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 03:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in OWEN, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 03:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in MORGAN, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 03:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: NWS Employee

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in JACKSON, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 02:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in JOHNSON, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 03:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in JENNINGS, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 02:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in SULLIVAN, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 02:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in HOWARD, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 05:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in MONROE, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 02:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in GREENE, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 02:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in BROWN, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 02:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in BARTHOLOMEW, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 02:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in KNOX, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 01:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in DECATUR, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 02:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in DAVIESS, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 01:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Public

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in LAWRENCE, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 01:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in MARTIN, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 01:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in MONTGOMERY, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 05:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in TIPTON, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 05:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in BOONE, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 05:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in HAMILTON, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 05:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Public

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in MADISON, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 05:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in DELAWARE, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 05:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in RANDOLPH, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 05:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in CLINTON, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 06:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in PARKE, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 04:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in PUTNAM, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 04:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in MARION, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 04:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.  Total snowfall of 7.5 inches was observed at the National Weather Service office in Indianapolis.

Blizzard in HENDRICKS, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 04:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in HENRY, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 04:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.

Blizzard in HANCOCK, INDIANA
From 26-DEC-12 04:00:00 to 26-DEC-12 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong storm system moved across the area on the 26th of December. Anywhere from 5 to 13 inches of snow fell across much of the warned area. Couple that with frequent 30 to 45 mph wind gusts and visibilities at or below one quarter of a statue mile for a good portion of the morning. This allowed travel conditions to deteriorate rapidly.