Indiana Gov. Mike Braun says state agencies are prepared to help communities dealing with historic flooding, while warning residents that more heavy rain is on the way. Braun spoke in Cambridge City as crews continued working to rescue residents, restore power and repair damaged roads.

Flooding and Damage

The region has been hit by catastrophic flooding after several inches of rain fell in a short period. Braun said all state agencies, including the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and Indiana Department of Homeland Security, have resources ready to assist local governments.

Braun also addressed damage to Interstate 70, where flooding washed out a section of the highway in Wayne County. He said the section of I-70 that got washed out will be permanently fixed either later today or in the morning, according to his secretary of transportation.

Braun urged residents who need assistance to work through their local officials, who can connect them with state resources. He also signed a statewide emergency declaration, a move he said will help Indiana seek federal assistance.

Original reporting: 93.1 WIBC (Indianapolis) — read the source article.