Beshear, Kentucky and 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.
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 of emergency declared in Kentucky in advance of forecasted heavy rain, flooding
Isolated major river flooding is predicted in parts of central and eastern Kentucky specifically for the Kentucky, Rolling Fork, Green and Rough Rivers. The U.S. Army Corp of Engi
Kentucky emergency management preparing for this weekend’s heavy rain
“With the previous events we’ve had earlier here in the week with the snow and additional rain, we know there could be some significant issues especially in our areas that have the rivers and other streams,” said Dustin Heiser, assistant director of operations for Kentucky Emergency Management.
Gov. Beshear declares State of Emergency
Forecasters say significant flooding is possible, including widespread areal, river and isolated flash flooding.
Kentucky Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency ahead of heavy rain
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency ahead of heavy rain set to hit the area. Beshear said significant rain could prompt a "major weather event." Sign up for our Newsletters Two to five inches of rain is expected across the commonwealth and could result in river flooding across the state.
Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency for Kentucky ahead of torrential rain
The governor of Kentucky declared a state of emergency on Friday ahead of anticipated flooding this weekend across the Commonwealth.
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.
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.
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