Posted: Apr 19, 2025 / 07:43 AM EST / Updated: Apr 19, 2025 / 07:43 AM EST

CARMEL, Ind. (WISH) — The 15th annual Carmel Marathon was cancelled after a severe thunderstorm warning hit parts of central Indiana Saturday morning.

The cancellation comes from the potential of heavy thunderstorms returning throughout the day.

“We’ve been working closely with city officials to monitor the weather, and the decision has been made to cancel or postpone the Carmel Marathon Weekend. We will not run today,” Carmel Marathon organizers announced.

Instead of risking the safety of all involved in the marathon, organizers ask you to seek shelter, “The safety of our runners, volunteers, community partners and staff is our top priority. We can not risk having runners and volunteers out on course during either of those time periods, with no way to ensure that everyone can safely seek shelter if the need arises.”

Carmel Marathon officials said they are exploring their options. Rescheduling the event is possible, but more information will be released at a later time.