Tens of thousands in northwest Indiana are still without power nine days after a devastating storm, forcing residents into survival mode as they cope with spoiled food, lack of charging stations, and no hot meals—while schools stay shut in Gary and social media becomes their lifeline. NIPSCO reports over 68,000 customers remain without electricity, mostly in Lake County, with full restoration possibly delayed until Tuesday. Health risks loom from generators and medical equipment failures, especially for vulnerable populations. Many, particularly in low-income neighborhoods, are exhausted by the prolonged outage, losing money and mental stability. Meanwhile, central Ohio faces flash floods after heavy rains, stranding drivers and prompting dramatic rescues—including a 12-year-old boy swept off a bridge. Amid the chaos, volunteers rally to help, but families grapple with disrupted school starts and mounting stress.
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