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4 dead in Kentucky after heavy rain and floods put 12 state roads "out of commission," governor says
Four people have died due to flooding from thunderstorms in Kentucky, Gov. Andy Beshear said Saturday, and he issued a state of emergency with additional rainfall expected.
TL;DR
- Four people have died in Kentucky due to flooding from thunderstorms.
- A state of emergency has been declared by Governor Andy Beshear.
- Flash flood warnings are in effect for parts of Kentucky and Indiana.
- Some areas have received between 4 and 10 inches of rain, with more expected.
- Multiple water rescues have been conducted from vehicles and homes.
- At least 12 state roads are flooded and out of commission.
- Residents in Bullitt County were asked to evacuate due to a landslide at a dam embankment as a precaution.