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Cumberland County Rebounding From Winter Storm
The county saw widespread damage from snow and ice.

Northeastern Region Sees Conditions Improve, But Not in Clear Yet
Emergency management officials in Northeast Kentucky say conditions now out of their hands.

Farmers Feeling Winter Storm’s Impact
Farmers RECC says more than 6,000 members lost power.

Winter Storm Brings Less Snow Than Expected, More Bitter Cold
National Weather Service explains why the state got less snow than expected.

Louisville Remains Largely Shutdown Due to Winter Storm
Louisville officials give update on plans to fully reopen city.

Northern Kentucky Sets Another Snowfall Record
Northern Kentucky communities receive foot of snow, declare snow emergencies.

Icy Conditions Leads to Road Closures
Bowling Green-Warren County sees lane closures on interstate and main roads due to icy conditions.

Crews Work to Restore Power in Southern Kentucky
Highest concentration of power outages in the southern region of the state.

Kentucky Braces Ahead of Major Winter Storm
Kentucky is on the verge of what could be its biggest winter storm in years.

Bracing for Inclement Weather
Kentucky could get snow, ice, and freezing rain this weekend.

Efforts to Keep Kentucky Households Heated
Advocates ask state leaders to help keep the heat on in Kentucky households this winter.

Kentucky Gets First Major Snowfall of Season
Road crews out in force after first major snowfall of the season.

State Panel Finalizes Disaster Prep Recommendations
State’s disaster prevention task force gives lawmakers its recommendations.

New Site Makes Monitoring Weather in Kentucky More Accurate
Kentucky weather forecasting is more accurate after a county is connected to Kentucky Mesonet.

Preparing for Disaster
September is National Preparedness Month.

Insect Populations Decline Without Direct Human Interference
New study shows insect populations declining even when people aren’t around to bug them.

Kentucky Sees Driest August on Record
Nearly 40 counties are under a burn ban despite recent rain.

New Efforts to Get Kentuckians to Higher Ground
A program helps Kentuckians in flood-prone areas.

Three Kentucky Counties Denied FEMA Aid
The request stems from a storm system that brought deadly tornadoes.

Heat Wave Hitting Kentucky
Heat index temperatures reaching triple digits in Kentucky.

Kentucky Counties to Get Federal Assistance for Storm Damage
Dozens of Kentucky counties will get federal help for damage caused by storms in April.

Beshear Crunching Numbers Ahead of Possible Special Session
He says if federal aid is denied, it would cost the state hundreds of millions of dollars.

Utilities Provider Urges Kentuckians to Conserve Energy
LG&E and KU Energy are asking customers to conserve energy during this heat wave.

Heat Wave Grips the Commonwealth
How long will it last, and what can you do to beat the heat?

KY Reporter Discusses Covering Deadly Storms
Karyn Czar is the assistant news director of WKUY-FM in Lexington.

Group Reuniting Animals with Tornado Victims
The group is reuniting animals that were lost during the storms and helping support pet owners.

Deadly Storms Hit Kentucky Again
One person was killed when a tornado hit Washington County.

FEMA On the Ground in Southern Kentucky
The agency is helping tornado survivors in three counties.

Beshear Says Special Session Likely to Address Storm Cleanup
The governor told the Lexington Herald-Leader cleanup will likely top $100 million.

Sen. McConnell Tours Tornado Damage in Laurel County
A week after the deadly storm, Sen. McConnell went to Laurel County to see the damage himself.

Family Says London Man Paralyzed Following Tornado
The man’s family says he has a long road to recovery.

State Lawmakers In Southern KY Discuss Tornado Response
This year, lawmakers approved bill providing $100 million for disaster relief.

EF4 Tornado Confirmed in Laurel County
The National Weather Service says the powerful tornado was on the ground for more than 55 miles.

Congregation Shows Up to Church Damaged by Tornado
Slate Hill Baptist Church was damaged by Friday’s tornado.

State Sen. Brandon Storm Surveys Tornado Damage
The tornado also damaged the Crooked Creek subdivision.

Firefighter Killed During Tornado Remembered
The Laurel County Fire Major spent his entire career as a public servant.

Curfew In Place In Areas Hit By Tornado
It comes as another storm moves through tornado-damaged Laurel County.

Deadly Tornado’s Path Through KY Visible from Satellite
As people begin cleaning up the tornado damage, more storms are headed for Kentucky.

Somerset Hammered by Deadly Tornado
At least one person was killed when a tornado hit Somerset on Friday.

Recovery Efforts Ongoing After Deadly Tornadoes
Recovery efforts are ongoing following a deadly tornado in Laurel County.

Laurel Co. Families Looking For Housing After Deadly Tornado
Those lucky to survive the storm have uncertain housing for the near future.

Laurel Co. Woman Recounts Tornado That Destroyed Neighborhood
One of the neighborhoods hit hardest in Laurel County was Sunshine Hills.

Mercer Co. Still Cleaning Up From April Flooding
The small town of Burgin suffered intense damage as a result of the flooding.

Kentucky Off to Wettest Year on Record
The Kentucky Climate Center says January through April has brought a record amount of rain.

Connecting Community to Local Food Systems
The event brings people together to see how the local food system works.

Frankfort Library Finding Ways to Serve Despite Flood Damage
Weeks after the water went down, the Paul Sawyer Library still isn’t open.

Disaster Aid Approved For Counties Affected by April Flooding
President Trump approved Kentucky’s request on Friday.

FEMA Denies Flood Relief for Certain KY Counties
FEMA says the storms from February weren’t severe enough.

Former Teacher, Now 90, Reflects on Surviving Latest Flood
Sally Davis shares a lesson she’s learned after her Franklin County home was damaged by flooding.

Frankfort Flood Victims Encouraged to Not Wait for FEMA Aid
The city has opened a multi-agency resource center.

Flood Survivors Rebuilding in Woodford County
The county is in the middle of cleanup efforts following flooding earlier this month.

New Mesonet Station Opens in Green County
The station will monitor air temperature, humidity, wind speed, and more.

Hundreds of Homes Damaged In Frankfort Flooding
The mayor says more than 500 homes were damaged.

Family Grateful For Neighbors Helping During Flooding
The Green River flooded the Birk City area of Daviess County.

Ohio River Hits Highest Crest in 28 Years in Owensboro
The swollen Ohio River causes major flooding in Owensboro.

Volunteers Helping Frankfort Residnets Clean Up
Volunteers are rolling up their sleeve to clear out the mess flooding left behind.

Kentucky Derby Festival Back On Track After Flooding
Louisville’s mayor says the cleanup is ahead of schedule.

Small Kentucky Town Begins Cleanup Efforts
Lockport sits along the Kentucky River in Henry County.

Community Recovery Center Opens in Warren County
Several agencies were onsite to help connect flood victims to resources.

American Red Cross Coordinating Disaster Relief
The American Red Cross has boots on the ground in Kentukcy to coordinate disaster relief.

Kentucky Humanities Programs Facing Federal Cuts
Kentucky Humanities losing 70 percent of budget to DOGE cuts.

Finding Community After Disaster
Flood survivor talks about community support after disaster.

Frankfort Making Progress on Flood Cleanup
Franklin County clears, reopens most streets and roads after flood.

Surrounded by Water but Staying Put
Some in riverside neighborhood staying put as water surrounds their homes.

Governor on Federal Government’s Response to Flood Disaster
Governor gives update on flooding and federal response.

Ohio River to Crest Soon in Louisville
The Ohio river is expected to top out at around 37 feet, nearly 20 feet higher than normal.

Clearing Up Floodgate Confusion
Mayor responds to confusion over floodgates.

Flood Victims Uncertain Help Will Come
Flood victims question whether they will get the help they need once the water recedes.

Show of Support
Customers show their support for Lexington business owner after she loses her home to flooding.

City Asks Visitors to Stay Away
City askes non-residents to stay away as flood waters recede.

Church Feeds Frankfort
Franklin County church serves meal to those impacted by flood.

Western Kentucky Bears the Brunt of Record Rainfall
Western region of state gets up to 15 inches of rain four days.

Louisville Braces as Ohio River Crests
City experiencing one of the biggest floods in its history.

Death Toll Rises After Catastrophic Flooding
The state’s death toll is now four after floods and storms hit Kentucky last week.

Flood’s Impact on Kentucky
Governor Andy Beshear’s office is warning people that this isn’t over as the death toll is now two.

Floodwaters Force Families from Homes
Floodwaters forced several families from their homes in Woodford County over the weekend.

Kentucky River Approaching Record Heights
In Frankfort, people are keeping a watchful eye on the Kentucky River.

“Dukes of Hazzard” Star Headlines Concert for Flood Victims
The Foundation of Appalachian Kentucky will hold a special Flood Relief Concert in Hazard.

Evacuation Orders Lifted for Two Northern Kentucky Cities
Evacuation orders have been lifted in the cities of Falmouth and Butler in Pendleton County.

Record-Breaking Rainfall
Meteorologist Shane Holinde with the Kentucky Mesonet talks about the record-breaking rainfall.

Franklin Co. Child Swept Away In Floodwaters Drowns
Police said the boy was on his way to his bus stop when he was swept away.

Tornadoes, Severe Storms Cause Damage Across Kentucky
The overnight storm is the first round of severe weather headed our way.

New App Helping People Stay Ahead of Severe Weather
The Weather Alert app was originally designed for farmers, but now all Kentuckians can download it.

State of Emergency Declared Ahead of Severe Weather
Tornadoes are expected in Kentucky late Wednesday night into Thursday.

Beshear Signs Flood Relief Bill Into Law
The bill makes $100 million available to flood-impacted regions.

Another Round of Severe Weather Expected in Kentucky
Days after tornadoes touched down in Kentucky, another storm system is headed our way.

Flood Recovery Continues in Pike County
Officials say volunteers are still needed.

Task Force Could Help KY Plan for Future Natural Disasters
The new task force follows last month’s deadly flooding.

Officials: Long Road to Recovery Following EKY Flooding
State leaders say the most expensive part of the cleanup will be removing debris.

Secretary Kristi Noem Tours KY Flood Damage
U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security Sec. Noem flew over the region Wednesday.

Lawmakers Describe Flooding Damage in Eastern Kentucky
Two state senators from Eastern Kentucky talk about the impact of the recent flooding.

Kentucky State Parks Housing Flood Victims
Flooding in Eastern Kentucky has left hundreds seeking shelter at Kentucky State Parks.

Lingering Effects of Flooding Impacting Farmers
There are lingering effects of recent flooding that are impacting farmers, both small and large.

Amid Floods and Snow, Bill Could Increase NTI Days
Lawmakers seem keen to allow districts more flexibility for making up missed school days.

Flooding Damage Surpasses $1 Billion
Gov. Beshear says more than 18,000 homes and businesses were damaged by flooding.

Sen. Smith Helping Flood Victims
Senator Smith coordinates efforts to keep people in Eastern Kentucky safe.

Beshear Discusses Weather
Beshear provides the most recent update on the deadly flooding.

Mother, Child Die in Floodwaters.
A mother and child are swept away by floodwaters in Hart County.

Family Flees Home as Floodwaters Rise
Flooding forces Breathitt County family from their home again.

Water Rescues in Pike County
KSP evacuates nursing home residents.

Kentucky Hit by Deadly Flooding
Governor Beshear announces at least 11 dead after Kentucky is hit by devastating flooding.

Disaster Relief for Wildfire Victims
The American Red Cross is on the ground in California.

LTADD Gets New Resources to Help Emergency Management
Emergency management in eight Central Kentucky counties now have new resources at their disposal.

Winter Weather Cripples Kentucky’s Blood Supply
The Kentucky Blood Center says winter weather led to mobile drive cancellations and low turnout.

The Science of Winter Storm Blair
Breaking down the recipe for a winter storm in Kentucky.

Western KY Digging Out from Winter Storm
The first area of the state to be hit by the winter storm was Western Kentucky.

Winter Storm Rocks Eastern KY
Parts of the region saw more rain, but everyone got in on the ice.

Winter Storm Takes Aim at Kentucky
A winter storm is expected to bring snow, ice, and freezing rain to parts of Kentucky.

Recent Earthquakes Raising Concern in KY
A series of earthquakes along the New Madrid fault line are raising concern.

Predicting flash flooding in Eastern Kentucky
Researchers at the University of Kentucky hope to learn new ways of predicting flash flooding in…

Drones To The Rescue
A Kentucky-based company used drones to help survivors of Hurricane Helene.

Why Stronger Hurricanes Are New Normal
Forecasters explain why stronger hurricanes are becoming the new normal.

Kentucky Utility Workers Helping Out
Many of Kentucky’s utility workers have been deployed out-of-state to help areas hit by Helene.

Breathitt County Flood Relief
Breathitt County steps in to help Hurricane Helene survivors.

Mayfield City Hall Groundbreaking
Three years after tornado hits, Mayfield breaks ground on new city hall, police department.

Red Cross Kentucky Volunteers
American Red Cross asking for Kentucky volunteers to help Hurricane Helene victims.

Kentucky Utilities Hurricane Helene
Kentucky Utilities responds to rumor of manpower shortage.

LG&E and KU Energy Discusses Restoration Efforts
LG&E and KU Energy’s Liz Pratt talks about how the companies are working to restore power.

Impact of Hurricane Helene on Kentucky
Kentucky continues to clean-up after remnants of Hurricane Helene hit the state.

Helene Pounds Kentucky
Hurricane Helene makes landfall in Florida and causes damage across Kentucky.

Bracing for Hurricane Helene
Gov. Beshear and the NWS discuss the potential impact Hurricane Helene could have on the…

Dry Conditions
The worsening drought in the state comes as farmers need rain ahead of the fall harvest.

USGS WaterAlert System
How one eastern Kentucky city is using a new system to track potential flood dangers.

Mitigating the Impact of Natural Disasters
Kentucky ranks among highest in U.S. for natural disasters.

Two Year Anniversary of Eastern Kentucky Flooding
Governor Andy Beshear visits four counties hit two years ago by catastrophic flooding.

Kentucky Ranked Among States with the Most Natural Disasters
Kentucky among states with most federal declared disasters since 2011

New Climate Conference
Weather and climate professionals gather for first-ever Kentucky Climate Services Summit.

Cities Helping Homeowners Go Solar
Retrieving data. Wait a few seconds and try to cut or copy again.

Tornado Chasing Par for the Course at WKU
Going on a tornado chase can be a bucket-list adventure.

State Investing $220 Million to Build Rental Units in Counties Impacted by 2021 Tornadoes
State investing $220 million to build rental units in counties impacted by 2021 tornadoes.

Governor Beshear Tours Damage Left Behind After Deadly Storms Hit the State
Governor Beshear on the damage left behind after deadly storms hit the state.

Historic Hurricane Prediction
NOAA released its 2024 Hurricane Outlook.

Cleaning Up Storm Damage
Cleaning up storm damage.

Mayor of Lietchfield Talks About City’s State of Emergency Declaration Following Weather Damage
Mayor of Lietchfield talks about city’s state of emergency declaration following weather damage.

Water Main Washed Out, Leaving Thousands Without Water after Latest Round of Storms
Water main washed out, leaving thousands without water after latest round of storms.

Storm Damage Reported as State Braces for Another Round of Powerful Storms to Move In
Storm damage reported as state braces for another round of powerful storms to move in.

New Round of Severe Storms Expected to Stretch Over a Couple of Days
New round of severe storms expected to stretch over a couple of days.

How Weather Technology has Changed after 1974 Tornado Outbreaks
How weather technology has changed after 1974 tornado outbreaks.

Cleanup and Damage Assessment Continues after 11 Tornadoes Hit Kentucky
Cleanup and damage assessment continues after 11 tornadoes hit Kentucky.

Governor Andy Beshear Denounces Bill Limiting Executive Branch’s Response to Emergencies
Governor Andy Beshear denounces bill limiting executive branch’s response to emergencies.

National Weather Service
The National Weather Service in Louisville on staying safe during severe weather.
Deadly Tornadoes – SPRING 2025

Laurel Co. Woman Recounts Tornado That Destroyed Neighborhood
One of the neighborhoods hit hardest in Laurel County was Sunshine Hills.

Laurel Co. Families Looking For Housing After Deadly Tornado
Those lucky to survive the storm have uncertain housing for the near future.

Recovery Efforts Ongoing After Deadly Tornadoes
Recovery efforts are ongoing following a deadly tornado in Laurel County.

Somerset Hammered by Deadly Tornado
At least one person was killed when a tornado hit Somerset on Friday.

Deadly Tornado’s Path Through KY Visible from Satellite
As people begin cleaning up the tornado damage, more storms are headed for Kentucky.

Curfew In Place In Areas Hit By Tornado
It comes as another storm moves through tornado-damaged Laurel County.

Firefighter Killed During Tornado Remembered
The Laurel County Fire Major spent his entire career as a public servant.

State Sen. Brandon Storm Surveys Tornado Damage
The tornado also damaged the Crooked Creek subdivision.

Congregation Shows Up to Church Damaged by Tornado
Slate Hill Baptist Church was damaged by Friday’s tornado.

EF4 Tornado Confirmed in Laurel County
The National Weather Service says the powerful tornado was on the ground for more than 55 miles.

State Lawmakers In Southern KY Discuss Tornado Response
This year, lawmakers approved bill providing $100 million for disaster relief.

Family Says London Man Paralyzed Following Tornado
The man’s family says he has a long road to recovery.

Sen. McConnell Tours Tornado Damage in Laurel County
A week after the deadly storm, Sen. McConnell went to Laurel County to see the damage himself.

Beshear Says Special Session Likely to Address Storm Cleanup
The governor told the Lexington Herald-Leader cleanup will likely top $100 million.

FEMA On the Ground in Southern Kentucky
The agency is helping tornado survivors in three counties.

Deadly Storms Hit Kentucky Again
One person was killed when a tornado hit Washington County.

Group Reuniting Animals with Tornado Victims
The group is reuniting animals that were lost during the storms and helping support pet owners.
HIstoric Kentucky Flooding – April 2025

Another Round of Severe Weather Expected in Kentucky
Days after tornadoes touched down in Kentucky, another storm system is headed our way.

State of Emergency Declared Ahead of Severe Weather
Tornadoes are expected in Kentucky late Wednesday night into Thursday.

Tornadoes, Severe Storms Cause Damage Across Kentucky
The overnight storm is the first round of severe weather headed our way.

Franklin Co. Child Swept Away In Floodwaters Drowns
Police said the boy was on his way to his bus stop when he was swept away.

Record-Breaking Rainfall
Meteorologist Shane Holinde with the Kentucky Mesonet talks about the record-breaking rainfall.

Evacuation Orders Lifted for Two Northern Kentucky Cities
Evacuation orders have been lifted in the cities of Falmouth and Butler in Pendleton County.

“Dukes of Hazzard” Star Headlines Concert for Flood Victims
The Foundation of Appalachian Kentucky will hold a special Flood Relief Concert in Hazard.

Kentucky River Approaching Record Heights
In Frankfort, people are keeping a watchful eye on the Kentucky River.

Floodwaters Force Families from Homes
Floodwaters forced several families from their homes in Woodford County over the weekend.

Flood’s Impact on Kentucky
Governor Andy Beshear’s office is warning people that this isn’t over as the death toll is now two.

Death Toll Rises After Catastrophic Flooding
The state’s death toll is now four after floods and storms hit Kentucky last week.

Louisville Braces as Ohio River Crests
City experiencing one of the biggest floods in its history.

Western Kentucky Bears the Brunt of Record Rainfall
Western region of state gets up to 15 inches of rain four days.

Church Feeds Frankfort
Franklin County church serves meal to those impacted by flood.

City Asks Visitors to Stay Away
City askes non-residents to stay away as flood waters recede.

Show of Support
Customers show their support for Lexington business owner after she loses her home to flooding.

Flood Victims Uncertain Help Will Come
Flood victims question whether they will get the help they need once the water recedes.

Clearing Up Floodgate Confusion
Mayor responds to confusion over floodgates.

Ohio River to Crest Soon in Louisville
The Ohio river is expected to top out at around 37 feet, nearly 20 feet higher than normal.

American Red Cross Coordinating Disaster Relief
The American Red Cross has boots on the ground in Kentukcy to coordinate disaster relief.

Community Recovery Center Opens in Warren County
Several agencies were onsite to help connect flood victims to resources.

Small Kentucky Town Begins Cleanup Efforts
Lockport sits along the Kentucky River in Henry County.

Kentucky Derby Festival Back On Track After Flooding
Louisville’s mayor says the cleanup is ahead of schedule.

Volunteers Helping Frankfort Residnets Clean Up
Volunteers are rolling up their sleeve to clear out the mess flooding left behind.

Ohio River Hits Highest Crest in 28 Years in Owensboro
The swollen Ohio River causes major flooding in Owensboro.

Family Grateful For Neighbors Helping During Flooding
The Green River flooded the Birk City area of Daviess County.

Hundreds of Homes Damaged In Frankfort Flooding
The mayor says more than 500 homes were damaged.

Flood Survivors Rebuilding in Woodford County
The county is in the middle of cleanup efforts following flooding earlier this month.

Frankfort Flood Victims Encouraged to Not Wait for FEMA Aid
The city has opened a multi-agency resource center.

Former Teacher, Now 90, Reflects on Surviving Latest Flood
Sally Davis shares a lesson she’s learned after her Franklin County home was damaged by flooding.

FEMA Denies Flood Relief for Certain KY Counties
FEMA says the storms from February weren’t severe enough.

Disaster Aid Approved For Counties Affected by April Flooding
President Trump approved Kentucky’s request on Friday.
EASTERN KENTUCKY FLOODING – February 2025

Kentucky Hit by Deadly Flooding
Governor Beshear announces at least 11 dead after Kentucky is hit by devastating flooding.

Water Rescues in Pike County
KSP evacuates nursing home residents.

Family Flees Home as Floodwaters Rise
Flooding forces Breathitt County family from their home again.

Mother, Child Die in Floodwaters.
A mother and child are swept away by floodwaters in Hart County.

Beshear Discusses Weather
Beshear provides the most recent update on the deadly flooding.

Sen. Smith Helping Flood Victims
Senator Smith coordinates efforts to keep people in Eastern Kentucky safe.

Flooding Damage Surpasses $1 Billion
Gov. Beshear says more than 18,000 homes and businesses were damaged by flooding.

Amid Floods and Snow, Bill Could Increase NTI Days
Lawmakers seem keen to allow districts more flexibility for making up missed school days.

Lingering Effects of Flooding Impacting Farmers
There are lingering effects of recent flooding that are impacting farmers, both small and large.

Kentucky State Parks Housing Flood Victims
Flooding in Eastern Kentucky has left hundreds seeking shelter at Kentucky State Parks.

Lawmakers Describe Flooding Damage in Eastern Kentucky
Two state senators from Eastern Kentucky talk about the impact of the recent flooding.

Secretary Kristi Noem Tours KY Flood Damage
U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security Sec. Noem flew over the region Wednesday.

Officials: Long Road to Recovery Following EKY Flooding
State leaders say the most expensive part of the cleanup will be removing debris.

Task Force Could Help KY Plan for Future Natural Disasters
The new task force follows last month’s deadly flooding.

Frankfort Library Finding Ways to Serve Despite Flood Damage
Weeks after the water went down, the Paul Sawyer Library still isn’t open.

Connecting Community to Local Food Systems
The event brings people together to see how the local food system works.
Winter Storm Blair – January 2025

Winter Storm Takes Aim at Kentucky
A winter storm is expected to bring snow, ice, and freezing rain to parts of Kentucky.

Winter Storm Rocks Eastern KY
Parts of the region saw more rain, but everyone got in on the ice.

Western KY Digging Out from Winter Storm
The first area of the state to be hit by the winter storm was Western Kentucky.

The Science of Winter Storm Blair
Breaking down the recipe for a winter storm in Kentucky.

Winter Weather Cripples Kentucky’s Blood Supply
The Kentucky Blood Center says winter weather led to mobile drive cancellations and low turnout.
Hurricane Helene – September 2024

Historic Hurricane Prediction
NOAA released its 2024 Hurricane Outlook.

Bracing for Hurricane Helene
Gov. Beshear and the NWS discuss the potential impact Hurricane Helene could have on the…

Helene Pounds Kentucky
Hurricane Helene makes landfall in Florida and causes damage across Kentucky.

Impact of Hurricane Helene on Kentucky
Kentucky continues to clean-up after remnants of Hurricane Helene hit the state.

LG&E and KU Energy Discusses Restoration Efforts
LG&E and KU Energy’s Liz Pratt talks about how the companies are working to restore power.

Kentucky Utilities Hurricane Helene
Kentucky Utilities responds to rumor of manpower shortage.

Red Cross Kentucky Volunteers
American Red Cross asking for Kentucky volunteers to help Hurricane Helene victims.

Breathitt County Flood Relief
Breathitt County steps in to help Hurricane Helene survivors.

Kentucky Utility Workers Helping Out
Many of Kentucky’s utility workers have been deployed out-of-state to help areas hit by Helene.

Why Stronger Hurricanes Are New Normal
Forecasters explain why stronger hurricanes are becoming the new normal.
SEVERE SPRING WEATHER – March – May 2024

Tornado Touches Down in Kentucky
A confirmed EF-2 tornado touches down in Trimble County, along the Ohio River.

National Weather Service
The National Weather Service in Louisville on staying safe during severe weather.

Cleanup and Damage Assessment Continues after 11 Tornadoes Hit Kentucky
Cleanup and damage assessment continues after 11 tornadoes hit Kentucky.

New Round of Severe Storms Expected to Stretch Over a Couple of Days
New round of severe storms expected to stretch over a couple of days.

Storm Damage Reported as State Braces for Another Round of Powerful Storms to Move In
Storm damage reported as state braces for another round of powerful storms to move in.

Water Main Washed Out, Leaving Thousands Without Water after Latest Round of Storms
Water main washed out, leaving thousands without water after latest round of storms.

Mayor of Lietchfield Talks About City’s State of Emergency Declaration Following Weather Damage
Mayor of Lietchfield talks about city’s state of emergency declaration following weather damage.

Cleaning Up Storm Damage
Cleaning up storm damage.
WINTER STORM – JANUARY 2024

Get Your Heavy Coat Ready
A winter blast is headed to Kentucky with wind, rain, snow, and plummeting temperatures.

State Braces For Cold Front
Strong winds are ushering in Kentucky’s first big cold front of the year.

Winter Weather Coming
Gov. Beshear describe the winter weather threat facing the Commonwealth.

Headlines Across Kentucky (1/23/24)
Our Tuesday look at Headlines Around Kentucky.

Cold and Snow Cause Blood Shortage
Kentucky Blood Center is again dealing with a blood shortage caused by the recent weather.
SEVERE WEATHER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

New App Helping People Stay Ahead of Severe Weather
The Weather Alert app was originally designed for farmers, but now all Kentuckians can download it.

LTADD Gets New Resources to Help Emergency Management
Emergency management in eight Central Kentucky counties now have new resources at their disposal.

Recent Earthquakes Raising Concern in KY
A series of earthquakes along the New Madrid fault line are raising concern.

Predicting flash flooding in Eastern Kentucky
Researchers at the University of Kentucky hope to learn new ways of predicting flash flooding in…

Drones To The Rescue
A Kentucky-based company used drones to help survivors of Hurricane Helene.

Why Stronger Hurricanes Are New Normal
Forecasters explain why stronger hurricanes are becoming the new normal.

Mitigating the Impact of Natural Disasters
Kentucky ranks among highest in U.S. for natural disasters.

Kentucky Ranked Among States with the Most Natural Disasters
Kentucky among states with most federal declared disasters since 2011

New Climate Conference
Weather and climate professionals gather for first-ever Kentucky Climate Services Summit.

Cities Helping Homeowners Go Solar
Retrieving data. Wait a few seconds and try to cut or copy again.

Tornado Chasing Par for the Course at WKU
Going on a tornado chase can be a bucket-list adventure.

How Weather Technology has Changed after 1974 Tornado Outbreaks
How weather technology has changed after 1974 tornado outbreaks.
SEVERE WEATHER HISTORY

Two Year Anniversary of Eastern Kentucky Flooding
Governor Andy Beshear visits four counties hit two years ago by catastrophic flooding.

How Weather Technology has Changed after 1974 Tornado Outbreaks
How weather technology has changed after 1974 tornado outbreaks.

Two Year Anniversary of Western Kentucky Tornado
This month marks two years since a catastrophic E-F-4 tornado tore through …

Mayfield Mayor Reflects on WKY Tornado Anniversary
Three years after tornadoes ripped through Western Kentucky, Mayfield’s mayor celebrates good news.

Home Dedications for Tornado Survivors
Governor Andy Beshear joined local leaders to hand over the keys to ten new homes.














