Major Flooding” Submerges Parts Of Kentucky As Gov. Beshear Declares State Of Emergency

After a weekend of torrential rain, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency on Monday. State officials activated the State Emergency Operations Center to aid with rescue efforts as major flooding was observed, according to Lexington Herald-Leader. 

The declaration activated the Kentucky National Guard to assist first responders in water rescues, deliver supplies, and aid municipalities. 

“The impact of extremely heavy rainfall and flash flooding across the commonwealth led to numerous emergency rescues and evacuations in counties from west to east,” said Michael Dossett, director of the Kentucky Division of Emergency Management.

 

Three-day precipitation totals ending Mar. 1 show from Bowling Green to Somerset to Jackson to Pikesville at least 4 inches of rain was seen, in some areas, the totals are much higher. Bowling Green saw 5 to 7 inches, according to Meteorologist Ron Steve. Casey County had 6 inches, Boyle County had 5 inches and Madison County had 5 inches.