As of January 29, 2026, 20 counties in Indiana remain under an Orange-Level “Watch” Travel Advisory, according to the latest updates from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security’s travel advisory map.
These travel watches are issued to caution residents of potentially dangerous travel conditions due to inclement weather or other hazards.
The advisory status—updated in real-time as reports come in from each county’s emergency management agency—currently affects a range of counties across southern and central Indiana.
What the “Orange-Level Watch” Means
The Orange-Level Watch Advisory is the second-highest of Indiana’s three-tiered local travel advisory system. Under this designation, only essential travel is recommended. Residents are urged
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