It’s Impossible To Forget The Horrible Ice Storm That Ravaged Indiana In 1991

Indiana is well known for its terrifying storms. While most people think of nasty tornadoes or blinding snowstorms when they think of our humble state, true Hoosiers know that ice storms are some of the worst around - way worse than your average blizzard. Take a look at this terrifying 1991 ice storm in Indiana, for example:

Ice storms are a regular part of winter in Indiana, but all Hoosiers know that a terrible ice storm can be deadlier and far more terrifying than any other type of winter weather.

Even just a half-inch of ice - which doesn't sound like that much in theory - can utterly cripple an entire town, city, or even county. The more ice that comes, the worse the impact, and sometimes, worst-case scenario unfolds.

In 1991, there was a devastating ice storm that shut down parts of Indiana for nearly two weeks.

On March 12th and 13th, anywhere from one to three inches of ice coated the Hoosier State from tip to tail, impacting nearly half a million residents.

The cities of Anderson, Kokomo, Lafayette, and Frankfort were all but shut down, and more than 200,000 homes were left without power.

Many major roads were closed for weeks due to fallen power lines or trees. Altogether, the damage was estimated around $100 million. Take a look below to see more of this terrifying storm in action:

Do you recall this devastating historic ice storm? For a look at some more of Indiana's worst winter storm nightmares, check out this article. Need more winter wonderland in your life right about now? No worries! Check out this awesome article about some delightful winter attractions that are way better than simply going to the mall.

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