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Deadly, widespread flooding across Kentucky on Saturday has prompted the governor to declare a state of emergency to deploy more resources as search and rescue efforts are underway.
There could be "multiple fatalities" due to the floods but it is unclear how many, Gov. Andy Beshear said, citing at least one motorist who was killed after being swept away by flash flooding.
Six to seven inches of rain has fallen in some areas of the state and a second round of rainfall is expected between 2 p.m. and 11 p.m. local time, the governor said, as he urged people to be cautious and avoid unnecessary driving.
"When it gets dark, it's going to get even worse. So please, do not drive after dark if you can avoid it," Beshear said.
The severe weather event is the latest in a history of catastrophic flooding in Kentucky, including deadly flash floods in early 2025 when more than a month's worth of rain deluged much of the state in less than 24 hours. Dozens of people in Kentucky were killed in 2022 when unprecedented flooding inundated houses and swept away some from their foundations.
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📷: Richmond Kentucky Police Department
