Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update Thursday on the dangerous flooding that impacted most of the state over the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, more than 8 inches of rain fell in parts of Kentucky over a 48-hour period from June 26-28.
On Saturday, the Governor declared a state of emergency for the commonwealth. Twenty-six cities and counties also declared a local state of emergency. Rescue crews conducted more than 60 water rescues and evacuations.
Currently, emergency management teams are conducting damage assessments in affected areas. Team Kentucky asks that people who were impacted fill out a damage assessment survey. The Governor noted that flooding has left behind debris and advised Kentuckians to proceed with caution, especially boaters on lakes or rivers this holiday weekend. Additionally, many roadways and bridges are closed due to damage.
"Most of the roads that have problems are county roads," Beshear said during this Thursday press conference. "And then you have county bridges, small bridges to get to different houses."
For up-to-date road conditions, visit goky.ky.gov.
If you would like to support Kentuckians affected by this severe weather event, please visit the Team Kentucky Emergency Relief Fund. All donations go directly to survivors of emergency events in the commonwealth.
The Governor also provided an update on current weather conditions, as much of the commonwealth is still under an extreme heat warning. Team Kentucky encourages Kentuckians to stay hydrated, wear light clothing, stay in the air conditioning as much as possible, avoid going outdoors during the warmest hours, bring pets inside, and check vehicles before locking the doors to make sure no children or pets are inside.
Photo: Flooding in Cumberland County courtesy Judge/Executive Luke King
