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State of Emergency declared after flooding From Scottie Ellis Frankfort, KY - On Sunday, June 28, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update on the dangerous flooding that has impacted most of the state as Team Kentucky continues the search and rescue phase and begins damage assessments in affected areas. Multiple counties were hit with record amounts of rain in a short period of time, and the Governor said he will be making a request for both Public and Individual Assistance from the federal government. "This flooding has devastated so many communities across our state and taken the lives of four children of God, gone too soon," said Gov. Andy Beshear. "While we are still in the search and rescue phase, we are also working quickly to survey damage to submit a request for federal assistance. People have lost their homes and so much more, and this type of support will be essential as we work to recover and rebuild together." On Saturday, the Governor declared a state of emergency for the commonwealth. The number of cities and counties that have declared a local state of emergency has risen to 18: Bullitt, Clinton, Cumberland, Garrard, Grayson, Jackson, Jessamine, Madison, Meade, Mercer, Metcalfe, Spencer and Wayne counties, along with the cities of Albany, Brandenburg, Burkesville, McKee and Muldraugh. The Governor also signed an emergency order today allowing pharmacies in impacted areas to issue emergency refills. Other updates include:
For additional preparedness tips, visit kyem.ky.gov. Gov. Beshear also implemented the state's price gouging laws to protect families from grossly overpriced goods and services. With the state of emergency in place, consumers in the commonwealth can report price gouging to the Office of the Attorney General. Under state law, price gougers can be held accountable. If you would like to support Kentuckians affected by this severe weather event, please visit the Team Kentucky Emergency Relief Fund. All donations go directly to survivors of emergency events in the commonwealth. This story was posted on 2026-06-28 13:13:56
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