UPDATE: The hazardous weather outlook has been upgraded to a severe thunderstorm warning. A severe thunderstorm could move through Kosciusko County. Strong winds and hail could accompany the storm. Should the storm hit in your area, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of the building.

Flash flooding could occur. NWS warns not to drive through flooded areas. Heavy winds could down tree branches and power lines.

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for northern Indiana.

Thunderstorms are expected to hit the area throughout the evening. Rainfall could be heavy at times, and ponding water is possible in areas with poor drainage.

Additionally, strong winds are also expected. Gusts of up to 50 mph could blow through the area. Hail is expected in some area, though it is unlikely to hit the Kosciusko County region.

Kosciusko, Elkhart, Noble, Marshall, Fulton, Whitley and Wabash Counties are affected by the outlook.