Electric Forest attendees heading through Indiana should avoid US Route 31 North, especially the stretch north of Indianapolis through Kokomo. A heightened police presence—with state troopers, local sheriffs, undercover units, and K-9 teams—is conducting targeted patrols (known as Operation Blue Anvil or Blue Rain) focused on intercepting festival-goers. Be alert for pretextual traffic stops often escalating to vehicle searches and arrests.
Alternative Routes:
- Take Interstate 65 North to Portage, IN.
- From Portage, continue north on US Route 31 after crossing into Michigan.
- On highways like I-94, maintain the speed limit and use right or middle lanes to minimize scrutiny.
Know Your Rights:
You can refuse vehicle searches without probable cause or a warrant, but prepare for intense scrutiny and comply respectfully with law enforcement.
Weather Outlook for Kokomo, IN (Near US 31 Patrol Zone):
- June 8: Cloudy, breezy, morning showers; High 79°F (26°C)
- June 9: Morning shower, thundershower late afternoon; High 77°F (25°C)
- June 10: Breezy morning, hazy sunshine due to Canadian wildfire smoke; High 75°F (24°C)
- June 11: Sunny and pleasant; High 81°F (27°C)
- June 12: Partly sunny, humid; High 83°F (28°C)
- June 13: Mainly cloudy and humid; High 82°F (28°C)
- June 14: Humid with occasional rain; High 81°F (27°C)
Plan your route now to avoid delays and legal complications en route to Electric Forest. Stay safe and enjoy the festival.
Source: r/electricforest