Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency ahead of heavy rainfall forecasted for Saturday, February 15.
A flood watch is in effect for early Saturday through Midday Sunday, the Governor’s Office said in a press release. Two to five inches are predicted across the state, and combined with previous rainfall, flooding is likely.
Widespread areal, river and isolated flash flooding are all possible. According to the National Weather Service, river flooding is very likely this weekend through next week. Significant flooding is more likely for areas closer to the Kentucky and Tennessee border.
Governor 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. Remember, don’t drive through standing water, it can have a current, and it is incredibly dangerous.
The governor is taking action by activating the Kentucky Emergency Operations Center and units of the Kentucky National Guard to stand ready to respond, according to the release. Kentucky Transportation Cabinet officials and crews are also on alert, and local emergency management leaders are working to keep Kentuckians everywhere informed.
Governor Beshear also activated the state’s emergency operations center and implemented the state’s price gouging laws. Consumers should report price gouging to the Office of the Attorney General.
Source: WBKO
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