Kentucky Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency

Governor Andy Beshear declares state of emergency ahead of heavy rain in Kentucky
With the additional rain expected on top of recent downpours, Kentucky is bracing for 2 to 5 inches of rainfall, with river flooding being a primary concern in various regions of the state.
Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency ahead of rain, possible floods
A flood watch issued by the National Weather Service has been expanded as a system that could bring up to 6 inches of rain in some area moves into the region.
State of emergency declared in Kentucky for flooding risk | 2-5 inches of rain expected
The state of emergency activates the Kentucky Emergency Operations Center and units of the Kentucky National Guard to stand ready to respond. Kentucky Transportation Cabinet offic
Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency for Kentucky ahead of rain
The governor of Kentucky declared a state of emergency on Friday ahead of anticipated flooding this weekend across the Commonwealth.
Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency ahead of expected flooding: ‘Dangerous conditions’
We want everyone to be careful,” Gov. Beshear said. “The amount of rain coming down will make it hard to drive, and flash flooding, especially across our roads, can create dangerous conditions."
Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency ahead of heavy rain
Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency ahead of the heavy rain expected to hit the Bluegrass this weekend.
Beshear declares state of emergency ahead of potentially severe flooding in KY this weekend
Gov. Andy Beshear said he’s alerting swift-water rescue teams and national guard helicopters in preparation for the storm.
State leaders ramping up emergency preparedness ahead of heavy rainfall
Governor Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency as a heavy rainstorm is set to hit the Commonwealth, bringing with it the potential for significant flooding.
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