Fireworks Show at Lake Monroe Postponed Due to High Water Levels

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources announced that at least 44 camp sites out of more than 300 are closed due to high water levels in Lake Monroe. The lake's water level has peaked at 13 feet, compared to its usual height of six feet.

"The lake is slowly dropping, but it's only a couple inches a day, so it's gonna take a while," said Emmett Holsapple, DNR Wildlife Specialist.

Despite the high water levels, visitors are still enjoying the lake. "It doesn't feel any different. I actually think the water feels cooler," said Ryleigh Skaggs. Another beachgoer noted, "I can pull right up to the side and get right in it." Tedd Semesky added, "It doesn't affect us at all. It's easier for us to get out there and use it. My daughter and her friends are going kayaking right now. Less people are out there, they enjoy it."

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources canceled its Friday fireworks show at Lake Monroe due to safety concerns.

"Our creeks are still running that flow into the lake pretty high, so it's bringing debris, logs, treetops, other floating debris. Be very careful while you're out there. You don't want to damage your boat, or if you're pulling someone on a tube, make sure you don't smack a log with a tube and cause some bodily injury," said Holsapple.

The DNR still encourages visitors to enjoy the Fourth of July weekend at the lake.