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Kentucky Floods: 4 Dead Amidst Torrential Rain
28 Jun
Summary
- Four individuals have tragically died due to flash floods in Kentucky.
- Heavy rainfall reached up to 7 inches in some parts of the state.
- A state of emergency was declared due to the severe flooding event.
Four individuals have lost their lives in Kentucky as a result of severe flash floods caused by thunderstorms that have saturated the region. Governor Andy Beshear confirmed the fatalities, with three occurring in Madison County and one in Jackson County. He has declared a state of emergency for Kentucky.
The storms have been particularly intense, with some areas in Kentucky and neighboring Indiana experiencing up to 7 inches of rain. Parts of south-western Indiana reportedly received between 4 and 10 inches of rainfall, with projections indicating more precipitation was possible.
Rescue operations have been underway, with teams conducting multiple water rescues for individuals trapped in vehicles and homes. Governor Beshear urged residents to remain alert and avoid driving, especially after dark, due to limited visibility and dangerous conditions. In Bullitt County, Kentucky, near Louisville, evacuation warnings were issued for a rural road as a precautionary measure due to a landslide at a dam embankment, though the dam remained secure.
