A volatile environment of over 4000 J/KG of SBCAPE, combined with 45 to 60 knots of effective shear set the stage for multiple rounds of thunderstorm during the afternoon and evening hours of June 13th. Initial storms remained poorly organized, but did produce sporadic wind damage or hail. More substantial thunderstorm development evolved during the evening hours in northwestern Indiana and southwestern Lower Michigan and progressed east, eventually producing several swaths of wind damage. The most intense cluster of storms evolved in Berrien county Michigan and dropped rapidly southeast impacting locations extending from South Bend to Fort Wayne. Southwestern portions of Fort Wayne suffered the greatest impacts with widespread tree and structure damage from 80 to nearly 100 mph winds.

Thunderstorm Wind in LA PORTE, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 19:25:00 to 13-JUN-22 19:26:00 (CST-6)
Location: WANATAH
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported a large tree was blown down across the road.

Hail in ALLEN, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 16:09:00 to 13-JUN-22 16:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: FT WAYNE
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in ELKHART, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 20:05:00 to 13-JUN-22 20:06:00 (EST-5)
Location: ELKHART
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Report of quarter size hail through social media.

Thunderstorm Wind in HUNTINGTON, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 15:48:00 to 13-JUN-22 15:49:00 (EST-5)
Location: ROANOKE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Local law enforcement reported a tree was blown down in the 2500 block of County Road East 1100 North.

Thunderstorm Wind in STEUBEN, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 19:52:00 to 13-JUN-22 19:58:00 (EST-5)
Location: ORLAND
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A survey of damage a swath of tree damage extended from near Orland southeast to Lake Gage, Pine Canyon Lake, Crooked Lake and the west side of Angola. The most extensive damage occurred from the southeast side of Lake Gage to the east side of Pine Canyon Lake, Some structure damage was noted, mainly due to trees falling onto structures. Maximum winds are estimated up to 75 mph.

Hail in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 20:10:00 to 13-JUN-22 20:11:00 (EST-5)
Location: GRANGER
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 20:11:00 to 13-JUN-22 20:12:00 (EST-5)
Location: GRANGER
Magnitude: 0.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 20:13:00 to 13-JUN-22 20:14:00 (EST-5)
Location: GRANGER
Magnitude: 0.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Thunderstorm Wind in ELKHART, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 20:19:00 to 13-JUN-22 20:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: ELKHART MIDWAY ARPT
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Survey of data from emergency management officials, off duty NWS employees, spotters and law enforcement indicate a more concentrated swath of wind damage commenced near County Road 28 and 17 with multiple trees being blown down. The damage continued southeast across Goshen with wind speeds increasing with southeast movement into Kosciusko county. Wind speeds were estimated approaching 70 mph by the time the storm was departing Elkhart county.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALLEN, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 20:57:00 to 13-JUN-22 21:34:00 (EST-5)
Location: ARCOLA
Magnitude: 87.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The swath of damaging winds existed southeastern Whitley county and begin to intensify further, impacting the Arcola area with numerous trees, tree limbs and power lines down, some onto structures. The damage continued southeast impacting the southwest portions of Fort Wayne and surrounding areas. The hardest hit areas extended from Aboite township into Indian Village and Waynedale. Tree and tree limb damage was extensive in some areas, causing difficulties in clearing of roadways and restoration of power as numerous power lines and poles were impacted either by the winds alone or falling trees and tree limbs. The Fox Island County Park area had to be closed for an extended period due to extensive tree damage on roads and paths. A 98 mph wind gust was recorded at the Fort Wayne Regional Airport. An 89 year old female was inside her home in the 5400 block of Mason Drive when a tree crashed into her home. She was severely injured by broken glass and passed away at a local hospital despite surgery to stop the bleeding early on the morning of June 14. The fatality was compounded by first responders being unable to reach her for an extended period of time due to the extensive tree and power line debris.

Hail in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 20:14:00 to 13-JUN-22 20:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: GRANGER
Magnitude: 0.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in ELKHART, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 20:15:00 to 13-JUN-22 20:16:00 (EST-5)
Location: JAMESTOWN
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in ELKHART, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 20:26:00 to 13-JUN-22 20:27:00 (EST-5)
Location: ELKHART MIDWAY ARPT
Magnitude: 0.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 20:27:00 to 13-JUN-22 20:28:00 (EST-5)
Location: GRANGER
Magnitude: 0.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in ELKHART, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 20:30:00 to 13-JUN-22 20:31:00 (EST-5)
Location: ELKHART MIDWAY ARPT
Magnitude: 0.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in ALLEN, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 21:26:00 to 13-JUN-22 21:27:00 (EST-5)
Location: HUNTERTOWN
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Hail in ALLEN, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 21:48:00 to 13-JUN-22 21:49:00 (EST-5)
Location: HESSAN CASTLE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Lightning in ALLEN, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 21:18:00 to 13-JUN-22 21:19:00 (EST-5)
Location: BROOKSIDE ESTATES
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Local media reported lightning struck a building at the Canterbury Green apartment complex. While no specific details or amount was provided, an estimate of $25,000 has been entered.

Lightning in ALLEN, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 21:26:00 to 13-JUN-22 21:27:00 (EST-5)
Location: HUNTERTOWN
Property damage: 40.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Local fire  officials reported lightning struck a house on the 1200 block of Harvest Bay Drive. Damage was caused to the attic of the house as well as the loss of the garage. No injuries were reported. Damage is estimated at $40,000.

Lightning in ALLEN, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 21:32:00 to 13-JUN-22 21:33:00 (EST-5)
Location: FT WAYNE SMITH ARPT
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported lightning struck a house on Wallen Road, between Coldwater and Lima Roads. Minor roof and siding damage was noted, but injuries were reported. Damage is estimated at $10,000.

Thunderstorm Wind in HUNTINGTON, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 21:20:00 to 13-JUN-22 21:21:00 (EST-5)
Location: ROANOKE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported two large trees as well as several smaller tree limbs were blown down. One of these branches fell onto a Sheriff deputy vehicle causing minor damage.

Thunderstorm Wind in ADAMS, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 21:51:00 to 13-JUN-22 21:52:00 (EST-5)
Location: DECATUR
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio operators reported multiple trees blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in LA PORTE, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 19:25:00 to 13-JUN-22 19:26:00 (CST-6)
Location: WANATAH
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A large tree was blown down across the road.

Thunderstorm Wind in HUNTINGTON, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 20:45:00 to 13-JUN-22 20:46:00 (EST-5)
Location: HUNTINGTON
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported a shed was destroyed.

Thunderstorm Wind in WELLS, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 21:45:00 to 13-JUN-22 21:46:00 (EST-5)
Location: OSSIAN
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported several six to twelve inch diameter tree limbs were snapped and fell into the intersection of County Road 500 East and 1150 North.

Thunderstorm Wind in KOSCIUSKO, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 20:30:00 to 13-JUN-22 20:43:00 (EST-5)
Location: SYRACUSE
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A survey of damage indicated the swath of wind damage continued southeast from Elkhart county, first impacting Syracuse then progressing SSE into North Webster and points to the southeast towards the Noble county line. Tree damage was not widespread in Syracuse, but several tree limbs and trees were noted down across the city. The winds began to accelerate further as they moved off Lake Wawasee and just east of the NWS Northern Indiana office. One of the apartment complexes at Baypoint condos suffered roof damage as the winds caught a corner of the roof that was not properly anchored, causing loss of several pieces plywood and impacting 2 apartments with mainly water damage. The noted tree damage increased on the south side of North Webster and Webster Lake. While overall wind speeds of 60 to 70 mph were estimated, pockets of locally higher gusts likely occurred.

Thunderstorm Wind in NOBLE, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 20:43:00 to 13-JUN-22 20:48:00 (EST-5)
Location: INDIAN VLG
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A survey of damage from emergency management officials indicated the swath of damage from Kosciusko county persisted southeast, clipping the southwest portion of Noble county. The damage extended from south of Cromwell towards Knapp Lake, Smalley Lake and Big Lake and towards Merriam. Numerous trees were down along this path with some structure damage noted from falling trees. Outside of the falling tree related damage, some barns and homes were impacted by the actual winds with a small unattached garage, older barn and also a horse barn collapsing. Winds were estimated from 65 to 75 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in WHITLEY, INDIANA
From 13-JUN-22 20:48:00 to 13-JUN-22 21:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: TRI LAKES
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A survey of damage by emergency management officials and NWS personnel indicated numerous trees and power lines were blown down in the Tri Lakes area, especially between State Routes 9 and 109. All roads at one point were impassable due to the amount of damage. The swath of damage continued southeast through Columbia City and towards the Allen county line. A semi was reported blown off the road on US-30. Spotter estimated and measured wind speeds of 70 to 80 mph were noted in some spots, both in the Tri Lakes area as well as approaching Allen county.