Flash flooding tore through Odon on Monday, swamping town hall with enough water damage to shut the building down and knock this week’s town council meeting off the calendar. Municipal leaders say the meeting has been pushed to the Odon Community Building and will now take place next Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. while crews get a handle on the damage.
Town officials announced the change in a brief statement, explaining that inspectors will be going through the building to check for structural issues and the extent of the water damage. "We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we address this unexpected situation," they wrote, according to WBIW.
Storm warnings and heavy downpours
The National Weather Service in Indianapolis had already put much of the region on alert Monday morning, with flood and flash flood products covering Daviess and Martin counties and calling out Odon by name among towns dealing with high water. Forecasters reported bursts of very heavy rain, in some cases several inches in a short window, that quickly overwhelmed local drainage systems.
Neighbors also hit hard
The storm complex battering Odon has also pounded nearby communities this month. More than eight inches of rain soaked Lanesville and triggered multi-county boat rescues, while water rushed into downtown Corydon before finally draining away later in the day. WDRB detailed the rescues in Lanesville, and WDRB also covered the temporary flooding in Corydon’s downtown.
Meeting details and where to get updates
The rescheduled town council meeting is set for the Odon Community Building on Tuesday, June 30 at 6:00 p.m. Officials say the agenda will still feature general council updates along with time set aside for public comment. They are continuing to evaluate necessary repairs at town hall and plan to post updates on office hours and safety inspections through official communication channels and the town website, as reported by Town of Odon.
In the meantime, officials are urging residents to stay clear of flooded roads, follow any emergency instructions from authorities, and keep an eye on local media for the latest developments. Additional information will also roll out through the town’s alerts system and local news outlets as cleanup and repairs move forward.
