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Jul 30, 2022 · At least 15 people have died due to flooding in eastern Kentucky, with the death toll expected to rise, according to Gov. Andy Beshear. Follow here for live news updates.
- Live updates: Kentucky flooding leaves at least 8 dead | CNN
Dangerous flooding in eastern Kentucky have killed at least...
- Live updates: Kentucky flooding leaves at least 8 dead | CNN
- 'Lull' in Rain Saturday Offers Key Window For Crews Before More Storms
- 6 Children Dead, Including 4 Young Siblings, Governor Says
- President Biden Approves Disaster Declaration
- Death Toll Rises to 16
- Gov. Beshear: Number of Missing Tough to Estimate
- Kentucky Flooding Map: Which Areas Are Affected?
- How to Help Those Affected by Flooding
Water has yet to recede in many hard-hit areas but a lull in rainfall forecasted on Saturday could provide a crucial window in helping evacuate those still stuck in flooded areas before additional storms and possible flooding later in the weekend. After touring the area in a helicopter Friday afternoon, Beshear said homes and businesses were still ...
Beshear said the death toll includes at least six children, including four young siblings who were swept away from their parents in the gushing floodwaters. "It's hard," he said of the deaths. "Keep praying." The siblings, who ranged in age from 1 to 8, were the focus of a story by the Lexington Herald-Leader, which reported the children and their ...
President Joe Biden on Friday declared a major disaster in Kentucky and ordered federal aid to assist the state's recovery efforts in areas affected by the flooding. Federal funding will be made available to state, local governments and nonprofits for emergency protective measures in 13 counties, according to a statement from the White House. Deann...
In a Friday morning news briefing, Beshear confirmed 16 people had died, including at least six children and an 81-year-old woman. The victims were in Clay, Knott, Letcher and Perry counties, officials said.
Beshear on Friday morning said the state currently does not have a "reliable number" of people unaccounted for due to communication difficulties and unavailable cell service. "It's going to be really challenging in this area to get a good number," Beshear said. At least 337 people have sought shelter, Beshear said Friday morning. Crews rescued near...
While rain was reported in several areas around the state, the flooding took place in Eastern Kentucky, in counties near the border with Virginia and West Virginia. As of Friday morning, more than 23,000 Kentuckians were without power and several counties didn't have access to water, Beshear said. Towns and cities reported having been hit the harde...
Beshear asked people who are able to contribute to donate items or funds. Donors should focus on water and cleaning supplies for now. Organizations have begun to accrue funds needed to send to those families hit hardest by the flooding. 1. The Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky has a fund that they say will go directly to affected families.More in...
- Caleb Stultz
Jul 29, 2022 · Dangerous flooding in eastern Kentucky have killed at least three people and displaced dozens, if not hundreds, more. Gov. Andy Beshear said it will be “one of the most significant, deadly ...
Aug 1, 2022 · A new flash flood watch has been issued for eastern Kentucky for Monday evening through Tuesday morning. Rainfall rates could reach 1 to 2 inches per hour. Severe storms packing damaging winds are also possible in Louisville and Lexington.
Jul 29, 2022 · Here are the latest updates surrounding the devastating and destructive floods in Eastern Kentucky. Floods in Breathitt, Perry, Knott & Floyd counties in Eastern KY destroys homes and towns....
Aug 3, 2022 · A repetitive meteorological event combined with the landscape in eastern Kentucky was a recipe bound for disaster, which led to dozens of deaths as a result of devastating flooding, scientists told ABC News.
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Aug 1, 2022 · More rain expected in eastern Kentucky, already walloped by deadly floods. Gov. Andy Beshear pledged to secure housing for displaced residents and to pay for the funerals of the victims as he...
