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Louisville Deluged by Month's Worth of Rain in Hours, Sparking Flood Emergency
7 Oct
Summary
- National Weather Service issues urgent flash flood warnings for nearly 1 million people
- Louisville sees over 4 inches of rain, shattering October rainfall records
- Flooding described as "life-threatening" with creeks, highways, and urban areas at risk
On October 8th, 2025, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued urgent flash flood warnings for nearly 1 million people in Louisville, Kentucky, and the surrounding region. This came after the area experienced over a month's worth of rain in just a few hours, shattering local rainfall records.
According to NWS meteorologist Chase Graham, Louisville has seen 4.7 inches of rain so far today, making it the third wettest October day on record for the city. The heavy downpour, which began around 4:30 a.m. local time, has already led to several water-related emergencies across the region.
The NWS has warned that the flooding is "life-threatening," with creeks, streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses all at risk of inundation. Local authorities have reported numerous water-related calls for service, and residents have been advised to avoid driving on flooded roads.
The extreme rainfall is being driven by a cold front moving across the region. In addition to the flash flood warnings, the NWS has also issued a flood advisory, a flood warning, and a hazardous weather outlook for the area. While the worst of the rain appears to be moving out soon, the flash flood warning will remain in effect until 6 p.m. local time.
