central kentucky Heavy rainfall on Saturday caused flash flooding in many areas, killing at least four people so far. Conditions causing rain moved south into Tennessee on Monday.
As it moves, rain develops over south-central Kentucky, which combined with the rainfall over the past 24 hours, results in heavy rainfall. flash floodBritain At least three counties in south-central Kentucky are at risk: Metcalfe, Cumberland and Clinton counties.
according to National Weather ServiceThese areas received more than eight inches of rain overnight. It creates a huge risk of flooding. Some areas, such as near Monticello, could see up to 10.7 inches of rain overnight. Rainfall amounts are now increasing even as the storm moves into Tennessee.
Meanwhile, video has surfaced of the situation in south-central Kentucky. It showed residential areas completely submerged as water levels surged.
Here’s a video from south-central Kentucky showing damaged buildings, submerged cars, submerged homes and downed power lines as floodwaters surged.
The National Weather Service office in Louisville, Kentucky, shared photos of moderate rain nets on normal days and Sunday morning with more than 8 inches of rain falling since 12:00 noon local time on Sunday. Photos showed the area completely submerged, and the National Weather Service asked residents to urgently “find higher ground.”
Here are the photos:
Flash flood warning in effect in Kentucky
A flash flood emergency remains in effect for Albany, Edmonton and Burkesville until 1:15 p.m. CT, indicating extremely dangerous flooding conditions. Meanwhile, a flash flood warning is in effect for Columbia, Horse Cave and Cave City until 12:45pm CDT, while a flash flood warning is in effect for Glasgow and Park City until 1:15pm CDT.
Forecasters warned that additional rainfall could worsen flooding and extend hazardous conditions through the afternoon. The National Weather Service continued to warn that life-threatening flash flooding continued in parts of southern and south-central Kentucky on Sunday, with heavy rain flooding rivers, creeks and low-lying areas.
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Officials urge residents to avoid travel unless necessary and never drive through flooded roads as conditions can change quickly. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency early Saturday because of the flooding. He confirmed that four people had died in the flash floods.
“This is a severe flooding event and rescue teams have already had to perform multiple water rescues from vehicles and homes across the commonwealth,” Beshar said. “As more heavy rain continues into later tonight, we need people to remain vigilant and avoid driving, especially after dark when visibility is limited.”
