Despite three inches of rain Ball State has weathered the storm without any damages and only light flooding an official said.
The North Quad and College of Architecture and Planning buildings had some flooding this morning but the water was cleared up by custodial staff without causing any damage.
“I am pretty pleased that we were able to weather this storm,” Jim Lowe, director of engineering and construction operations said. “We are in good shape.”
He said a drain or pipe can often get clogged, causing water to back up into streets, walkways or occasionally buildings, but overall the university is equipped to deal with significant rainfall.
University officials constantly try to monitor facilities and find ways to improve the response to severe weather, Lowe said.
He drove through campus this afternoon trying to spot high water areas.
“It is amazing how quickly the water is flowing away,” he said.
Muncie will remain under a flood advisory until 2:30 p.m. after the National Weather Service extended the advisory this afternoon. The NWS warns drivers not to drive vehicles into areas where water covers the roadway.
Due to the inclement weather some campus events have been moved indoors including the University Program Board’s Fear Factor.
For a full list of relocated events click here.
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