Thursday, June 18
NWS Alerts Active This Day
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued June 17 at 12:41PM EDT until June 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
WHERE Portions of Indiana, including the following areas, Clark IN, Crawford, Dubois, Floyd, Harrison IN, Jefferson IN, Orange, Perry, Scott IN and Washington IN and Kentucky, including the following areas, Anderson, Bourbon, Bullitt, Clark KY, Fayette, Franklin, Harrison KY, Henry, Jefferson, Meade, Nicholas, Oldham, Scott KY, Shelby, Spencer, Trimble and Woodford.
WHEN From 9 PM EDT /8 PM CDT/ this evening through Thursday morning.
IMPACTS Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Rounds of repeated heavy rainfall could lead to localized areas of Flash Flooding tonight. Widespread rainfall amounts of 1 to 1.5 inches are expected although localized amounts over 3" could occur over short periods of time. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued June 17 at 1:02PM EDT until June 18 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
WHAT Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
WHERE The following counties, in Indiana, Dearborn, Fayette, Franklin, Ohio, Ripley, Switzerland and Union, the following counties, in northern Kentucky, Boone, Bracken, Campbell, Carroll, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, Mason, Owen, Pendleton and Robertson, and the following counties, in Ohio, Adams, Brown, Butler, Clermont and Hamilton.
WHEN From 10 PM EDT this evening through Thursday morning.
IMPACTS Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
People in the watch area, especially those living in areas prone to flooding, should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. Monitor the latest forecasts and be alert for possible flood warnings.
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued June 17 at 1:51PM EDT until June 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
WHERE A portion of east central Kentucky, including the following counties, Bath, Fleming, Montgomery and Rowan.
WHEN From late tonight through Thursday morning.
IMPACTS Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - There is a threat of thunderstorms repeatedly passing over the same locations which could lead to isolated flash flooding in low lying areas from late tonight through early Thursday morning. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued June 17 at 1:13PM CDT until June 17 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
WHAT Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.
WHERE Portions of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri.
WHEN Until 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ this evening.
IMPACTS Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Lake Wind Advisory
Lake Wind Advisory issued June 17 at 1:13PM CDT until June 17 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
WHAT Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
WHERE Calloway, Livingston, Lyon, Marshall, and Trigg Counties.
WHEN Until 8 PM CDT this evening.
IMPACTS Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 17 at 3:50PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
Outside of thunderstorms, windy conditions will develop this evening and continue tonight. South to southwest winds will gust up to 30-40 mph, with a few gusts to 45 mph possible. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. The wind gusts may make driving more difficult, especially for high profile vehicles on east-west oriented roads.
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 17 at 8:10PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
Windy conditions will continue tonight, even outside of thunderstorms that develop later this evening. Southerly winds will gust up to 30-40 mph, with a few gusts to 45 mph possible. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. The wind gusts may make driving more difficult, especially for high profile vehicles on east-west oriented roads.
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued June 17 at 9:10PM EDT until June 18 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
WHAT Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
WHERE The following counties, in Indiana, Dearborn, Fayette, Franklin, Ohio, Ripley, Switzerland and Union, the following counties, in northern Kentucky, Boone, Bracken, Campbell, Carroll, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, Mason, Owen, Pendleton and Robertson, and the following counties, in Ohio, Adams, Brown, Butler, Clermont and Hamilton.
WHEN Through Thursday morning.
IMPACTS Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
People in the watch area, especially those living in areas prone to flooding, should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. Monitor the latest forecasts and be alert for possible flood warnings.
Tornado Watch
Tornado Watch issued June 17 at 10:13PM EDT until June 18 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 347 IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM EDT THURSDAY FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN INDIANA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 8 COUNTIES IN EAST CENTRAL INDIANA FAYETTE UNION WAYNE IN SOUTHEAST INDIANA DEARBORN FRANKLIN OHIO RIPLEY SWITZERLAND IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 12 COUNTIES IN NORTHEAST KENTUCKY LEWIS IN NORTHERN KENTUCKY BOONE BRACKEN CAMPBELL CARROLL GALLATIN GRANT KENTON MASON OWEN PENDLETON ROBERTSON IN OHIO THIS WATCH INCLUDES 15 COUNTIES IN CENTRAL OHIO FAYETTE IN SOUTH CENTRAL OHIO ADAMS HIGHLAND PIKE ROSS SCIOTO IN SOUTHWEST OHIO BROWN BUTLER CLERMONT CLINTON HAMILTON WARREN IN WEST CENTRAL OHIO GREENE MONTGOMERY PREBLE THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ABERDEEN, ALEXANDRIA, AUGUSTA, AURORA, BATESVILLE, BEAVERCREEK, BELLEVUE, BLANCHESTER, BRIGHT, BROOKSVILLE, BROOKVILLE, BURLINGTON, BUTLER, CAMDEN, CAMP DIX, CARROLLTON, CHILLICOTHE, CONNERSVILLE, COVINGTON, CRITTENDEN, DAY HEIGHTS, DAYTON, DILLSBORO, DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI, DOWNTOWN DAYTON, DRY RIDGE, EATON, ERLANGER, FAIRBORN, FAIRFIELD, FALMOUTH, FLORENCE, FORT THOMAS, FRANKLIN, GEORGETOWN, GREENDALE, GREENFIELD, HAMILTON, HEAD OF GRASSY, HIDDEN VALLEY, HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, HILLSBORO, INDEPENDENCE, KETTERING, LANDEN, LAWRENCEBURG, LEBANON, LIBERTY, MANCHESTER, MASON, MAYSVILLE, MIDDLETOWN, MILAN, MILFORD, MOUNT CARMEL, MOUNT OLIVET, MOUNT ORAB, MOUNT REPOSE, MULBERRY, NEWPORT, OAKBROOK, OSGOOD, OWENTON, OXFORD, PEEBLES, PIKE LAKE, PIKETON, PORTSMOUTH, RICHMOND, RIPLEY, RISING SUN, SEAMAN, SPRINGBORO, SUMMERSIDE, TOLLESBORO, VANCEBURG, VERSAILLES, VEVAY, WARSAW, WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, WAVERLY, WEST COLLEGE CORNER, WEST UNION, WHEELERSBURG, WILLIAMSTOWN, WILMINGTON, WINCHESTER, WITHAMSVILLE, AND XENIA.
Tornado Watch
Tornado Watch issued June 17 at 10:13PM EDT until June 18 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 347 IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM EDT /4 AM CDT/ THURSDAY FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN INDIANA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 10 COUNTIES IN SOUTH CENTRAL INDIANA CLARK CRAWFORD DUBOIS FLOYD HARRISON JEFFERSON ORANGE PERRY SCOTT WASHINGTON IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 10 COUNTIES IN CENTRAL KENTUCKY FRANKLIN HARRISON HENRY JEFFERSON MEADE NICHOLAS OLDHAM SCOTT SHELBY TRIMBLE THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ADYEVILLE, ADYEVILLE, BECKS MILL, BECKS MILL, BEDFORD, BELLEVIEW, BELLEVIEW, BRANDENBURG, BRECKINRIDGE, BROWNSBORO, BROWNSTOWN, BROWNSTOWN, BRYANTSBURG, BRYANTSBURG, BUCKNER, CANTON, CANTON, CARLISLE, CEMENTVILLE, CEMENTVILLE, CHAMBERSBURG, CHAMBERSBURG, CHINA, CHINA, CLARK REGIONAL AIRPORT, COLVILLE, CORYDON, CORYDON, CYNTHIANA, DUBOIS, DUBOIS, EDWARDSVILLE, EDWARDSVILLE, EMINENCE, ENGLISH, EVANS LANDING, EVANS LANDING, FLAHERTY, FLOYDS KNOBS, FLOYDS KNOBS, FRANKFORT, FRENCH LICK MUNICIPAL AIRPORT, GATCHEL, GATCHEL, GEORGETOWN, GOSHEN, GOSHEN, GRAEFENBURG, HARRISONVILLE, HITCHCOCK, HOOKTOWN, HUNTINGBURG AIRPORT, IRELAND, IRELAND, JASPER, JASPER, JEFFERSONVILLE, JEFFERSONVILLE, KOSSUTH, KOSSUTH, LA GRANGE, LEESBURG, LOUISVILLE, MADISON MUNICIPAL AIRPORT, MARENGO, MARENGO, MILLTOWN, MILLTOWN, MILTON, MULDRAUGH, MYERS, NEW ALBANY, NEW ALBANY, NEW BOSTON, NEW ZION, NEWTOWN, ODDVILLE, OXFORD, PAOLI, PAYNEVILLE, PEWEE VALLEY, PEYTONA, SHELBYVILLE, SLIGO, SOUTHVILLE, SYRIA, TELL CITY, TERRY, WADDY, WESTPORT, WHITE CLOUD, WHITE CLOUD, AND YOUNGS CREEK.
Tornado Watch
Tornado Watch issued June 17 at 10:15PM EDT until June 18 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 347 IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM EDT THURSDAY FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 2 COUNTIES IN NORTHEAST KENTUCKY CARTER GREENUP THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF CARTER CAVES STATE PARK, FLATWOODS, GRAYSON, GRAYSON LAKE STATE PARK, OLIVE HILL, RACELAND, AND RUSSELL.
Tornado Watch
Tornado Watch issued June 17 at 10:15PM EDT until June 18 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 347 IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM EDT THURSDAY FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 1 COUNTY IN EAST CENTRAL KENTUCKY FLEMING THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF FLEMINGSBURG.
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 18 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
Outside of thunderstorms, windy conditions will develop overnight. South to southwest winds will gust up to 30-40 mph. Winds of this magnitude can blow around unsecured objects and may make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles on east-west oriented roads.
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued June 18 at 12:07AM EDT until June 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
WHERE A portion of east central Kentucky, including the following counties, Bath, Fleming, Montgomery and Rowan.
WHEN Until 9 AM EDT this morning.
IMPACTS Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - There is a threat of thunderstorms repeatedly passing over the same locations which could lead to isolated flash flooding in low lying areas from late tonight through early Thursday morning. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Tornado Warning
Tornado Warning issued June 18 at 12:10AM EDT until June 18 at 1:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
TORILN The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a * Tornado Warning for... Ohio County in southeastern Indiana... Southeastern Dearborn County in southeastern Indiana... Northeastern Switzerland County in southeastern Indiana... Southern Kenton County in northern Kentucky... Boone County in northern Kentucky... Eastern Gallatin County in northern Kentucky... * Until 100 AM EDT. * At 1210 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Dillsboro, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD Tornado.
SOURCE Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. * Locations impacted include... Florence, Independence, Erlanger, Edgewood, Elsmere, Aurora, Walton, Crestview Hills, Rising Sun, Oakbrook, Burlington, Union, Crittenden, French, Hartford, Patriot, Aberdeen, Richwood, and Big Bone Lick. This includes the following Interstates... I-71 in Kentucky between mile markers 71 and 77. I-75 in Kentucky between mile markers 167 and 185.
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris. To report severe weather, go to our website at weather.gov/iln and submit your report via social media, when you can do so safely.
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued June 18 at 3:21AM EDT until June 18 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
WHAT Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
WHERE The following counties, in southeast Indiana, Dearborn, Franklin, Ohio, Ripley and Switzerland, the following counties, in northern Kentucky, Boone, Bracken, Campbell, Carroll, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, Mason, Owen, Pendleton and Robertson, and the following counties, in Ohio, Adams, Brown, Butler, Clermont, Hamilton and Warren.
WHEN Until 10 AM EDT this morning.
IMPACTS Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
People in the watch area, especially those living in areas prone to flooding, should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. Monitor the latest forecasts and be alert for possible flood warnings.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 3:56AM EDT until June 18 at 7:00AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE Portions of south central Indiana, including the following counties, Clark, Crawford, Dubois, Floyd, Harrison, Orange and Washington and central Kentucky, including the following counties, Oldham and Trimble.
WHEN Until 700 AM EDT.
IMPACTS Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 356 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Louisville, Jeffersonville, New Albany, Jasper, Madison, La Grange, English, Bedford, Carefree Town and Clarksville. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 18 at 4:11AM EDT until June 18 at 8:15AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
FFWLMK The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Northern Clark County in south central Indiana... Southwestern Jefferson County in south central Indiana... Central Orange County in south central Indiana... Southern Scott County in south central Indiana... Central Washington County in south central Indiana... Western Trimble County in central Kentucky... * Until 815 AM EDT. * At 411 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE Radar.
IMPACT Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Scottsburg, Salem, Paoli, Vienna, Lexington, French Lick, Blue River, New Pekin, Stampers Creek and West Baden Springs.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
Tornado Watch
Tornado Watch issued June 18 at 4:39AM EDT until June 18 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 349 UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS MORNING WHICH REPLACES A PORTION OF TORNADO WATCH 347. THE NEW WATCH IS VALID FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN KENTUCKY THE NEW WATCH INCLUDES 2 COUNTIES IN NORTHEAST KENTUCKY CARTER GREENUP THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF CARTER CAVES STATE PARK, FLATWOODS, GRAYSON, GRAYSON LAKE STATE PARK, OLIVE HILL, RACELAND, AND RUSSELL.
Tornado Watch
Tornado Watch issued June 18 at 4:39AM EDT until June 18 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 349 IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS MORNING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 2 COUNTIES IN NORTHEAST KENTUCKY BOYD LAWRENCE IN OHIO THIS WATCH INCLUDES 6 COUNTIES IN SOUTHEAST OHIO ATHENS GALLIA JACKSON LAWRENCE MEIGS VINTON IN WEST VIRGINIA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 23 COUNTIES IN CENTRAL WEST VIRGINIA BRAXTON CALHOUN CLAY GILMER JACKSON NICHOLAS ROANE WEBSTER IN NORTHERN WEST VIRGINIA RITCHIE WIRT WOOD IN SOUTHERN WEST VIRGINIA BOONE FAYETTE KANAWHA LINCOLN LOGAN MINGO PUTNAM RALEIGH WYOMING IN WESTERN WEST VIRGINIA CABELL MASON WAYNE THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ALUM CREEK, ASHLAND, ATHENS, BECKLEY, BURNSVILLE, CANNONSBURG, CEREDO, CHAPMANVILLE, CHARLESTON, CLAY, COWEN, CRAIGSVILLE, ELIZABETH, FAYETTEVILLE, GALLIPOLIS, GASSAWAY, GLENVILLE, GRANTSVILLE, HAMDEN, HAMLIN, HARRISVILLE, HARTS, HOLLY RIVER STATE PARK, HUNTINGTON, HURRICANE, IRONTON, JACKSON, KENOVA, LAKE VESUVIUS, LOGAN, LOUISA, MADISON, MAN, MCARTHUR, MULLENS, NEW HAVEN, OAK HILL, OAK HILL, OCEANA, PARKERSBURG, PENNSBORO, PINEVILLE, POINT PLEASANT, POMEROY, RAVENSWOOD, RICHWOOD, RIPLEY, SAINT ALBANS, SOUTH CHARLESTON, SOUTH POINT, SPENCER, SUMMERSVILLE, SUTTON, TEAYS VALLEY, VIENNA, WAYNE, WEBSTER SPRINGS, WELLSTON, WILLIAMSON, AND YATESVILLE LAKE STATE PARK.
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued June 18 at 4:47AM EDT until June 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
WHERE Portions of Indiana, including the following areas, Clark IN, Crawford, Dubois, Floyd, Harrison IN, Jefferson IN, Orange, Perry, Scott IN and Washington IN and Kentucky, including the following areas, Anderson, Bourbon, Bullitt, Clark KY, Fayette, Franklin, Harrison KY, Henry, Jefferson, Meade, Nicholas, Oldham, Scott KY, Shelby, Spencer, Trimble and Woodford.
WHEN Until 9 AM EDT /8 AM CDT/ this morning.
IMPACTS Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - The heavy rainfall threat continues this morning. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 5:04AM EDT until June 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE A portion of central Kentucky, including the following counties, Franklin, Henry, Oldham, Scott, Shelby and Trimble.
WHEN Until 900 AM EDT.
IMPACTS Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 504 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Shelbyville, New Castle, Pendleton, Eminence, Simpsonville, Pleasureville, Campbellsburg, Smithfield, Bellview and North Pleasureville. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 18 at 5:11AM EDT until June 18 at 9:15AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
FFWLMK The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Fayette County in central Kentucky... Franklin County in central Kentucky... Henry County in central Kentucky... Eastern Jefferson County in central Kentucky... Southeastern Oldham County in central Kentucky... Western Scott County in central Kentucky... Shelby County in central Kentucky... Southeastern Trimble County in central Kentucky... Northern Woodford County in central Kentucky... * Until 915 AM EDT. * At 511 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE Radar.
IMPACT Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Georgetown, Frankfort, Shelbyville, La Grange, New Castle, Pendleton, Eminence, Simpsonville, Pleasureville and Stamping Ground.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
Tornado Watch
Tornado Watch issued June 18 at 5:28AM EDT until June 18 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
TORNADO WATCH 349 REMAINS VALID UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS MORNING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 19 COUNTIES IN EAST CENTRAL KENTUCKY BATH ELLIOTT ESTILL FLEMING MENIFEE MONTGOMERY POWELL ROWAN IN NORTHEAST KENTUCKY JOHNSON MARTIN IN SOUTHEAST KENTUCKY BREATHITT FLOYD KNOTT LEE MAGOFFIN MORGAN OWSLEY PIKE WOLFE THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF BEATTYVILLE, BOONEVILLE, CAMARGO, CAMPTON, CLAY CITY, COAL RUN, ELKHORN CITY, FLEMINGSBURG, FRENCHBURG, HINDMAN, INEZ, IRVINE, JACKSON, JEFFERSONVILLE, MOREHEAD, MOUNT STERLING, OWINGSVILLE, PAINTSVILLE, PIKEVILLE, PIPPA PASSES, PRESTONSBURG, RAVENNA, SALYERSVILLE, SANDY HOOK, SOUTH WILLIAMSON, STANTON, WEST LIBERTY, AND WHEELWRIGHT.
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 18 at 5:29AM EDT until June 18 at 8:45AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
At 529 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 3.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding.
SOURCE Radar.
IMPACT Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Louisville, Jeffersonville, New Albany, Jeffersontown, St. Matthews, Shively, Lyndon, La Grange, Middletown and Douglass Hills.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Tornado Watch
Tornado Watch issued June 18 at 5:35AM EDT until June 18 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
TORNADO WATCH 349 REMAINS VALID UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS MORNING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 1 COUNTY IN NORTHEAST KENTUCKY LEWIS IN OHIO THIS WATCH INCLUDES 3 COUNTIES IN SOUTH CENTRAL OHIO ADAMS PIKE SCIOTO THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF CAMP DIX, HEAD OF GRASSY, MANCHESTER, PEEBLES, PIKE LAKE, PIKETON, PORTSMOUTH, SEAMAN, TOLLESBORO, VANCEBURG, WAVERLY, WEST UNION, WHEELERSBURG, AND WINCHESTER.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 5:45AM EDT until June 18 at 7:45AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE The following counties, in northern Kentucky, Boone, Campbell and Kenton and the following county, in southwest Ohio, Hamilton.
WHEN Until 745 AM EDT.
IMPACTS Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 545 AM EDT, local law enforcement reported minor flooding lingering in the advisory area. Between 2 and 3.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. - Some locations that may experience flooding include... Cincinnati, Covington, Florence, Norwood, Erlanger, Fort Thomas, Newport, Reading, North College Hill, Madeira, Edgewood, Wyoming, Cheviot, Fort Mitchell, Villa Hills, Highland Heights, Milford, Taylor Mill, Bellevue and Deer Park.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. To report flooding, go to our website at weather.gov/iln and submit your report via social media, when you can do so safely.
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 18 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
At 559 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms over Bethel, or 9 miles northwest of Owingsville, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE Radar indicated.
IMPACT Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Mount Sterling, Morehead, West Liberty, Flemingsburg, Owingsville, Sandy Hook, Frenchburg, Marshall, Henry, Jeffersonville, Camargo, Wellington, Sharpsburg, Salt Lick, Fairview, Zag, Pecks Ridge, Moon, Florress, and Cornwell. THIS INCLUDES Interstate 64 in eastern Kentucky between mile markers 105 and 148.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 AM EDT for southeastern, northeastern and east central Kentucky.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 6:09AM EDT until June 18 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE A portion of central Kentucky, including the following counties, Bourbon, Clark, Fayette, Harrison, Nicholas and Scott.
WHEN Until 1000 AM EDT.
IMPACTS Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 609 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 0.25 to 5 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Lexington, Georgetown, Paris, Cynthiana, Carlisle, Bryan Station, Thoroughbred Acres, Northland, Highlands and Meadowthorpe. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 18 at 6:14AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
At 614 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from Levee to 8 miles southeast of Nicholasville. Movement was southeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE Radar indicated.
IMPACT Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Stanton, Irvine, Frenchburg, Jeffersonville, Clay City, Ravenna, Wellington, Campsites in the Indian Creek area of the Daniel Boone National Forrest, Levee, Bowen, Kimbrell, Rice Station, Kings Station, Fagan, Calloway Crossing, Wiseman Crossing Station, Virden, Winston, Wisemantown, and Vaughns Mill. THIS INCLUDES Bert T. Combs Mountain Parkway between mile markers 12 and 33.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 AM EDT for east central Kentucky.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 18 at 6:19AM EDT until June 18 at 6:45AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
SVRRLX The National Weather Service in Charleston West Virginia has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Southeastern Lawrence County in northeastern Kentucky... Southwestern Mason County in western West Virginia... Eastern Cabell County in central West Virginia... Northwestern Mingo County in southern West Virginia... Kanawha County in central West Virginia... Putnam County in western West Virginia... Lincoln County in central West Virginia... Southwestern Roane County in central West Virginia... Northwestern Logan County in southern West Virginia... Southeastern Jackson County in northwestern West Virginia... Southern Wayne County in western West Virginia... Northern Boone County in central West Virginia... * Until 645 AM EDT. * At 619 AM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 7 miles north of Milton to near Hamlin to near Chandlerville, moving east at 65 mph.
HAZARD 60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE Radar indicated.
IMPACT Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Charleston, Nitro, Madison, Winfield, Logan, Hamlin, Jefferson, South Charleston, St. Albans, Dunbar, Hurricane, Sissonville, Milton, Chesapeake, Eleanor, Marmet, Belle, Chapmanville, Buffalo, and Clendenin. This includes the following highways... Interstate 79 between mile markers 1 and 21. Interstate 77 in West Virginia between mile markers 96 and 121. Interstate 64 in West Virginia between mile markers 25 and 57. West Virginia Turnpike between mile markers 81 and 95. Route 119 between mile markers 19 and 80.
Remain alert for a possible tornado! Tornadoes can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado go at once into the basement or small central room in a sturdy structure. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Torrential rainfall is occurring with these storms, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 AM EDT for northeastern Kentucky...and central, southern, western and northwestern West Virginia.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 6:21AM EDT until June 18 at 10:15AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE A portion of central Kentucky, including the following counties, Anderson, Bullitt, Franklin, Jefferson, Nelson, Shelby, Spencer and Woodford.
WHEN Until 1015 AM EDT.
IMPACTS Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 621 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Shepherdsville, Lawrenceburg, Pioneer Village, Taylorsville, Hollyvilla, South Park View, Fern Creek, Highview, Okolona and Minor Lane Heights. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 6:22AM EDT until June 18 at 9:30AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Minor flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE A portion of east central Kentucky, including the following counties, Bath, Montgomery and Powell.
WHEN Until 930 AM EDT.
IMPACTS Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 621 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Mount Sterling, Owingsville, Marshall, Jeffersonville, Camargo, Sharpsburg, Salt Lick, Howards Mill, Ewington, Gatewoods Station, Stepstone, Coons Station, Upper Spencer, Lower Spencer, Flat Creek, Oggs Station, Peeled Oak, Stoops, Walkers Crossing and Kendall Springs.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 18 at 6:25AM EDT until June 18 at 7:15AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
SVRJKL The National Weather Service in JACKSON KY has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Powell County in east central Kentucky... Southeastern Montgomery County in east central Kentucky... Southwestern Morgan County in southeastern Kentucky... Northern Estill County in east central Kentucky... Menifee County in east central Kentucky... Northern Lee County in southeastern Kentucky... Wolfe County in southeastern Kentucky... * Until 715 AM EDT. * At 624 AM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Frenchburg to near Cat Creek to Iron Mound, moving southeast at 45 mph.
HAZARD 60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE Radar indicated.
IMPACT Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Severe thunderstorms will be near... Stanton around 630 AM EDT. Ravenna around 635 AM EDT. Campton around 640 AM EDT. Other locations in the path of these severe thunderstorms include West Liberty, Lewis and Williams.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 AM EDT for southeastern and east central Kentucky. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Torrential rainfall is occurring with these storms, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 AM EDT for southeastern and east central Kentucky.
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 18 at 6:28AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
At 628 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Calf Creek, or near Inez, moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE Radar indicated.
IMPACT Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Paintsville, Inez, Forest Hills, Warfield, Add, Huddy, Pilgrim, Davella, Whitehouse, Prince, Williamsport, Offutt, Milo, Lovely, Job, Threeforks, Bradbury, Hatfield Station, Debord, and Pleasant.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 AM EDT for southeastern and northeastern Kentucky.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 18 at 6:31AM EDT until June 18 at 7:00AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
SVRJKL The National Weather Service in JACKSON KY has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Martin County in northeastern Kentucky... North central Pike County in southeastern Kentucky... * Until 700 AM EDT. * At 631 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Hode, or near Inez, moving southeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD 60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE Radar indicated.
IMPACT Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * This severe thunderstorm will be near... Warfield around 635 AM EDT.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 AM EDT for southeastern and northeastern Kentucky. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will send your report to the National Weather Service office in JACKSON KY. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 AM EDT for southeastern and northeastern Kentucky.
Tornado Watch
Tornado Watch issued June 18 at 6:36AM EDT until June 18 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
TORNADO WATCH 349 REMAINS VALID UNTIL 11 AM EDT /10 AM CDT/ THIS MORNING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN INDIANA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 3 COUNTIES IN SOUTH CENTRAL INDIANA CRAWFORD HARRISON PERRY IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 20 COUNTIES IN CENTRAL KENTUCKY ANDERSON BOURBON BULLITT CLARK FAYETTE FRANKLIN GARRARD HARRISON HENRY JEFFERSON JESSAMINE MADISON MEADE MERCER NICHOLAS OLDHAM SCOTT SHELBY SPENCER WOODFORD THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ADYEVILLE, ADYEVILLE, ALTON, BARDSTOWN JUNCTION, BEREA, BOHON, BRANDENBURG, BRECKINRIDGE, BROWNSBORO, BROWNSTOWN, BROWNSTOWN, BRYANTSVILLE, BUCKEYE, BUCKNER, CARLISLE, CLERMONT, CLINTONVILLE, COLVILLE, CORYDON, CORYDON, CYNTHIANA, DUCKERS, ELK CREEK, EMINENCE, ENGLISH, EVANS LANDING, EVANS LANDING, FLAHERTY, FORD, FRANKFORT, GATCHEL, GATCHEL, GEORGETOWN, GLENSBORO, GRAEFENBURG, HARRISONVILLE, HARRODSBURG, HIGH BRIDGE, HOOKTOWN, KEENE, KINGSTON, KIRKSVILLE, LA GRANGE, LANCASTER, LAWRENCEBURG, LEESBURG, LEXINGTON, LITTLE MOUNT, LOUISVILLE, LOWELL, MARENGO, MARENGO, MCCREARY, MILLTOWN, MILLTOWN, MILLVILLE, MOUNT WASHINGTON, MULDRAUGH, MYERS, NEW BOSTON, NEW ZION, NEWTOWN, NICHOLASVILLE, ODDVILLE, OXFORD, PAINT LICK, PARIS, PAYNEVILLE, PEWEE VALLEY, PEYTONA, REDHOUSE, RICHMOND, RUCKERVILLE, SHAKERTOWN, SHELBYVILLE, SHEPHERDSVILLE, SLIGO, SOUTHVILLE, TAYLORSVILLE, TELL CITY, TERRY, TYRONE, VALLEY VIEW, VERSAILLES, WADDY, WAKEFIELD, WATERFORD, WESTPORT, WHITE CLOUD, WHITE CLOUD, WILMORE, AND WINCHESTER.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 6:51AM CDT until June 18 at 11:45AM CDT by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE Portions of south central Indiana, including the following county, Perry and central Kentucky, including the following counties, Anderson, Boyle, Breckinridge, Bullitt, Garrard, Grayson, Hancock, Hardin, Larue, Lincoln, Marion, Meade, Mercer, Nelson, Ohio, Spencer and Washington.
WHEN Until 1145 AM CDT /1245 PM EDT/.
IMPACTS Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 651 AM CDT /751 AM EDT/, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Elizabethtown, Danville, Bardstown, Shepherdsville, Harrodsburg, Tell City, Lebanon, Hodgenville, Springfield and Hardinsburg. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 7:47AM CDT until June 18 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE A portion of western Kentucky, including the following counties, Henderson, McLean, Union and Webster.
WHEN Until 1100 AM CDT.
IMPACTS Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 746 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Breckinridge Center, Sebree, Robards and Beech Grove. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 18 at 9:04AM EDT until June 18 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
FFWLMK The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Southwestern Anderson County in central Kentucky... North Central Boyle County in central Kentucky... South Central Bullitt County in central Kentucky... Northwestern Garrard County in central Kentucky... Western Jessamine County in central Kentucky... Southern Mercer County in central Kentucky... Nelson County in central Kentucky... Southern Spencer County in central Kentucky... Washington County in central Kentucky... * Until noon EDT. * At 904 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE Radar.
IMPACT Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Bardstown, Harrodsburg, Springfield, Burgin, Bloomfield, Willisburg, Mackville, Fairfield, Hardesty and Polin.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 8:05AM CDT until June 18 at 11:15AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
WHAT Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE A portion of western Kentucky, including the following counties, Daviess and McLean.
WHEN Until 1115 AM CDT.
IMPACTS Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 805 AM CDT, trained weather spotters reported heavy rain in the advisory area due to thunderstorms. This is causing small stream flooding. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Calhoun, St. Joseph and Moseleyville.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 9:17AM EDT until June 18 at 2:15PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE A portion of central Kentucky, including the following counties, Boyle, Casey, Garrard, Larue, Lincoln, Madison, Marion and Taylor.
WHEN Until 215 PM EDT.
IMPACTS Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 917 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.5 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Richmond, Liberty, Lebanon, Stanford, Lancaster, Mccreary, Berea, Crab Orchard, Hustonville and Bradfordsville. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 8:40AM CDT until June 18 at 1:45PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE A portion of central Kentucky, including the following counties, Breckinridge, Casey, Grayson, Green, Hardin, Hart, Larue, Marion, Nelson, Ohio and Taylor.
WHEN Until 145 PM CDT /245 PM EDT/.
IMPACTS Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 840 AM CDT /940 AM EDT/, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.1 and 0.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Liberty, Campbellsville, Leitchfield, Hodgenville, Hartford, Beaver Dam, Clarkson, Upton, Caneyville and Sonora. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued June 18 at 9:52AM EDT until June 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
WHERE Portions of east central, north central, northwest, and south central Kentucky, including the following areas, in east central Kentucky, Boyle, Garrard, Jessamine, Madison and Mercer. In north central Kentucky, Breckinridge, Hardin, Larue, Nelson and Washington KY. In northwest Kentucky, Hancock and Ohio. In south central Kentucky, Adair, Allen, Barren, Butler, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Edmonson, Grayson, Green, Hart, Lincoln, Logan, Marion, Metcalfe, Monroe, Russell, Simpson, Taylor and Warren.
WHEN Through late tonight.
IMPACTS Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 18 at 8:54AM CDT until June 18 at 3:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
FFWPAH The National Weather Service in Paducah has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Southeastern Henderson County in northwestern Kentucky... Northwestern McLean County in northwestern Kentucky... Northeastern Webster County in northwestern Kentucky... * Until 300 PM CDT Thursday. * At 854 AM CDT, local law enforcement reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain in Sebree. Between 3 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is already occurring.
HAZARD Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE Law enforcement reported.
IMPACT Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Sebree, Robards and Beech Grove.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued June 18 at 10:01AM EDT until June 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
WHERE Portions of east central, northeast, south central, and southeast Kentucky, including the following counties, in east central Kentucky, Elliott, Estill, Menifee and Powell. In northeast Kentucky, Johnson and Martin. In south central Kentucky, Laurel, McCreary, Pulaski, Rockcastle, Wayne and Whitley. In southeast Kentucky, Bell, Breathitt, Clay, Floyd, Harlan, Jackson, Knott, Knox, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Magoffin, Morgan, Owsley, Perry, Pike and Wolfe.
WHEN Through late tonight.
IMPACTS Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Thunderstorms with torrential downpours may move repeatedly over the same locations may result in isolated to scattered instances of flash through late this evening. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued June 18 at 10:02AM EDT until June 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
WHAT Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
WHERE Portions of northeast Kentucky, including the following county, Lawrence, southwest Virginia, including the following counties, Buchanan and Dickenson, and West Virginia, including the following counties, Boone, Lincoln, Logan, McDowell, Mingo, Northwest Raleigh, Southeast Raleigh, Wayne and Wyoming.
WHEN Through late tonight.
IMPACTS Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Thunderstorms with torrential downpours may move repeatedly over the same locations, which could result in isolated to scattered instances of flash through late tonight. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 18 at 10:11AM EDT until June 18 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
FFWJKL The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Southern Estill County in east central Kentucky... Southeastern Powell County in east central Kentucky... Breathitt County in southeastern Kentucky... Northwestern Jackson County in southeastern Kentucky... Lee County in southeastern Kentucky... Northern Owsley County in southeastern Kentucky... Southwestern Wolfe County in southeastern Kentucky... * Until 200 PM EDT. * At 1011 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen since 7 AM. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area between 10:15 AM and 12:15 PM. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE Radar.
IMPACT Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Jackson, Beattyville, Booneville, Fincastle, Monica, Tallega, Primrose, St. Helens, Canyon Falls, Airedale, Lone, Athol, Vada, Grass, Williba, Maloney, Fillmore, Enoch, Stay and Lower Buffalo.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 18 at 10:25AM EDT until June 18 at 1:30PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
FFWLMK The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Boyle County in central Kentucky... North Central Casey County in central Kentucky... Garrard County in central Kentucky... Lincoln County in central Kentucky... Southern Madison County in central Kentucky... Marion County in central Kentucky... Southwestern Mercer County in central Kentucky... Southern Washington County in central Kentucky... * Until 130 PM EDT. * At 1025 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE Radar.
IMPACT Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Richmond, Danville, Lebanon, Stanford, Lancaster, Springfield, Mccreary, Berea, Junction City and Crab Orchard.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 18 at 10:43AM EDT until June 18 at 12:30PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
FFWLMK The National Weather Service in Louisville has extended the * Flash Flood Warning for... Southern Fayette County in central Kentucky... Northwestern Garrard County in central Kentucky... Jessamine County in central Kentucky... East Central Mercer County in central Kentucky... Southeastern Woodford County in central Kentucky... * Until 1230 PM EDT. * At 1043 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE Radar.
IMPACT Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Lexington, Nicholasville, Fayette Mall, Dunbar High School, Veterans Park, Wilmore, Nealton, Jessamine, Catnip and Keene.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 18 at 10:50AM EDT until June 18 at 3:00PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
FFWJKL The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Northern Rockcastle County in south central Kentucky... Southwestern Breathitt County in southeastern Kentucky... Central Jackson County in southeastern Kentucky... Southern Lee County in southeastern Kentucky... Owsley County in southeastern Kentucky... * Until 300 PM EDT. * At 1050 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen since 8 AM. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area between 11 am and 2 PM. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE Radar.
IMPACT Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... McKee, Booneville, Boone, New Zion, Turkey Foot, Privett, Mummie, Green Hall, Earnestville, Wild Dog, Elian, Gray Hawk, Lakes, Wind Cave, Bradshaw, Macedonia, Travellers Rest, Sturgeon, Vincent and Endee.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 18 at 11:00AM EDT until June 18 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
At 1100 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen since 7 AM. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE Radar.
IMPACT Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Stanton, Irvine, Clay City, Ravenna, Hardwick, Cottage Furnace, North Irvine, Kimbrell, Willow Tree, Vaughns Mill, Cow Creek, Hargett, Calloway Crossing, Wiseman Crossing Station, Spout Springs, West Irvine, Weedon, South Irvine, Pitts and Sandhill.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 11:15AM EDT until June 18 at 2:30PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE Portions of south central and southeast Kentucky, including the following counties, in south central Kentucky, Laurel and Rockcastle. In southeast Kentucky, Breathitt, Clay, Jackson, Leslie, Owsley and Perry.
WHEN Until 230 PM EDT.
IMPACTS Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1113 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is expected to begin shortly. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Mount Vernon, Buckhorn, Maulden, Zekes Point, Herd, Egypt, Shepherdtown, Nathanton, Tyner, Malcomb, Sourwood, High Knob, Chestnutburg, Welchburg, Mildred, Sextons Creek, Settle Store, Sacker Gap, Burning Springs and Island City.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 18 at 11:18AM EDT until June 18 at 1:00PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
FFWLMK The National Weather Service in Louisville has extended the * Flash Flood Warning for... Southern Clark County in central Kentucky... North Central Garrard County in central Kentucky... Northern Madison County in central Kentucky... * Until 100 PM EDT. * At 1118 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. Street flooding in Richmond has been reported.
HAZARD Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE Radar.
IMPACT Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Richmond, Redhouse, Hillcrest, Blue Grass, Ford, Union City, Jackson Ferry, Reeds Crossing, Lisletown and Elkin.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 11:46AM EDT until June 18 at 3:00PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE A portion of southeast Kentucky, including the following counties, Breathitt, Floyd, Knott, Leslie, Letcher, Magoffin, Perry and Pike.
WHEN Until 300 PM EDT.
IMPACTS Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1146 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Pikeville, Hazard, Whitesburg, Hindman, Letcher, Estill, Bath, Jenkins, Elkhorn City, Wheelwright, Fleming-Neon, Pippa Passes, Wayland, Vicco, Blackey, Kite, Hollybush, Topmost, Raven and Dry Creek.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 18 at 11:49AM EDT until June 18 at 1:30PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
FFWLMK The National Weather Service in Louisville has extended the * Flash Flood Warning for... Southwestern Anderson County in central Kentucky... North Central Boyle County in central Kentucky... South Central Bullitt County in central Kentucky... Northwestern Garrard County in central Kentucky... Western Jessamine County in central Kentucky... Southern Mercer County in central Kentucky... Nelson County in central Kentucky... Southern Spencer County in central Kentucky... Washington County in central Kentucky... * Until 130 PM EDT. * At 1149 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain. Roads closed due to high water in the Harrodsburg area. Between 2.5 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is expected to continue with additional rain moving into the area.
HAZARD Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE Radar.
IMPACT Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Bardstown, Harrodsburg, Springfield, Burgin, Bloomfield, Willisburg, Mackville, Fairfield, Hardesty and Polin.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 18 at 11:51AM EDT until June 18 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
FFWJKL The National Weather Service in Jackson has extended the * Flash Flood Warning for... Central Estill County in east central Kentucky... Southwestern Powell County in east central Kentucky... * Until 200 PM EDT. * At 1151 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated showers and thunderstorms producing heavy rain moving back into the warned area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen across the warned area since 6 AM. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned area between 12 and 2 PM. This will result in flash flooding.
HAZARD Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE Radar.
IMPACT Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Stanton, Irvine, Clay City, Ravenna, Hardwick, Cottage Furnace, North Irvine, Kimbrell, Willow Tree, Vaughns Mill, Cow Creek, Hargett, Calloway Crossing, Wiseman Crossing Station, Spout Springs, West Irvine, Weedon, South Irvine, Pitts and Sandhill.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 18 at 12:17PM EDT until June 18 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
FFWLMK The National Weather Service in Louisville has extended the * Flash Flood Warning for... Southern Fayette County in central Kentucky... Northwestern Garrard County in central Kentucky... Jessamine County in central Kentucky... East Central Mercer County in central Kentucky... Southeastern Woodford County in central Kentucky... * Until 200 PM EDT. * At 1217 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 4.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is expected to continue. Multiple roads have high water over them in Jessamine County.
HAZARD Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE Radar.
IMPACT Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Lexington, Nicholasville, Fayette Mall, Dunbar High School, Veterans Park, Wilmore, Nealton, Jessamine, Catnip and Keene.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 18 at 12:32PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
At 1232 PM EDT/1132 AM CDT/, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10 miles north of Greensburg, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE Radar indicated.
IMPACT Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Campbellsville, Lebanon, Raywick, Lobb, Arista, South Campbellsville, Calvary, White Rose, Wooleyville, and Acton.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 12:37PM EDT until June 18 at 6:30PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
WHERE Portions of south central Indiana, including the following county, Harrison and central Kentucky, including the following counties, Breckinridge, Bullitt, Grayson, Hancock, Hardin, Larue, Meade and Ohio.
WHEN Until 630 PM EDT /530 PM CDT/.
IMPACTS Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. A portion of Boone Road in Elizabethtown was reported closed due to high water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1235 PM EDT /1135 AM CDT/, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.5 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Elizabethtown, Shepherdsville, Tell City, Hodgenville, Hardinsburg, Hawesville, Radcliff, Webster, Vine Grove and Lebanon Junction. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 11:44AM CDT until June 18 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS Louisville KY
WHAT Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
WHERE Portions of central and south central Kentucky, including the following counties, in central Kentucky, Grayson, Green, Hart, Ohio and Taylor. In south central Kentucky, Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Logan and Warren.
WHEN Until 545 PM CDT /645 PM EDT/ Thursday.
IMPACTS Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1144 AM CDT /1244 PM EDT/, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.1 and 1 inch of rain has fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Bowling Green, Glasgow, Russellville, Morgantown, Greensburg, Munfordville, Brownsville, Plum Springs, Mount Victor and Crestmoor. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 18 at 12:47PM EDT until June 18 at 3:00PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
FFWLMK The National Weather Service in Louisville has extended the * Flash Flood Warning for... Southern Clark County in central Kentucky... North Central Garrard County in central Kentucky... Northern Madison County in central Kentucky... * Until 300 PM EDT. * At 1247 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.0 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing. Flooding in Richmond has been reported as well as a few water rescues.
HAZARD Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE Radar.
IMPACT Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Richmond, Redhouse, Hillcrest, Blue Grass, Ford, Union City, Jackson Ferry, Reeds Crossing, Lisletown and Elkin.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued June 18 at 5:19PM EDT until June 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
WHAT Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
WHERE Portions of northeast Kentucky, including the following county, Lawrence, southwest Virginia, including the following counties, Buchanan and Dickenson, and West Virginia, including the following counties, Boone, Lincoln, Logan, McDowell, Mingo, Northwest Raleigh, Southeast Raleigh, Wayne and Wyoming.
WHEN Until 2 AM EDT Friday.
IMPACTS Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Thunderstorms with torrential downpours may move repeatedly over the same locations, which could result in isolated to scattered instances of flash through late tonight. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued June 18 at 5:43PM EDT until June 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
WHERE Portions of east central, northeast, south central, and southeast Kentucky, including the following counties, in east central Kentucky, Elliott, Estill, Menifee and Powell. In northeast Kentucky, Johnson and Martin. In south central Kentucky, Laurel, McCreary, Pulaski, Rockcastle, Wayne and Whitley. In southeast Kentucky, Bell, Breathitt, Clay, Floyd, Harlan, Jackson, Knott, Knox, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Magoffin, Morgan, Owsley, Perry, Pike and Wolfe.
WHEN Until 2 AM EDT Friday.
IMPACTS Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Showers and thunderstorms containing torrential downpours may move repeatedly over the same locations, resulting in isolated to scattered instances of flash flooding in low lying areas through late this evening.
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Heavy Rain and High Winds Target the Commonwealth
A slow-moving summer disturbance and a stalled frontal boundary will bring widespread rain and gusty winds to Kentucky. While the entire state will see precipitation, localized areas in Central Kentucky face a significant risk of heavy rainfall and flash flooding due to topographic lift and training storms.
Confidence Assessment
High confidence in a widespread rain event and gusty winds. However, confidence is lower regarding the exact placement of the heaviest rainfall bullseye due to significant disagreement between the NAM and GFS regarding moisture convergence zones.
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Purchase Area
Expect rain to arrive during the morning hours, with totals around half an inch. Wind gusts may reach 35 to 40 mph at times.
Northwest Pennyrile
Heavy rain is most likely before sunrise, followed by lighter showers through the afternoon. Accumulations will reach around 0.6 inches.
Southwest Pennyrile
A drier start will give way to scattered showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs will reach the mid-80s.
Barren River
Rain will pick up in intensity late in the day, with totals nearing 0.8 inches. Humid conditions will persist with highs in the mid-80s.
Louisville Metro
Expect the heaviest rain and strongest wind gusts between midnight and 9 AM. Rainfall totals around 0.7 inches.
Lincoln Trail
A significant rain event is expected, with accumulations around 3 inches. Flash flooding is a serious risk in low-lying areas and near creeks.
Lake Cumberland
Rain will be steady all day, peaking in intensity during the late afternoon. Winds will be gusty on the higher terrain.
Northern Kentucky
Rain will be most consistent overnight and through the early morning commute. Accumulations will average around 0.8 inches, though higher amounts are possible if storms stall.
Inner Bluegrass
Lexington will see a very wet day with rain totaling around 0.8 inches. Strong wind gusts of nearly 50 mph are possible.
Bluegrass Foothills
Rain will intensify during the evening hours, leading to totals around 1.5 inches. Highs will stay in the upper 70s.
Northeast Kentucky
Expect a rainy day with totals around 0.9 inches. Watch for water ponding in the typical valley trouble spots.
Southeast Kentucky
A warm, humid day with rain becoming heavier after sunset. Total accumulations will reach about 0.7 inches.
Possible Outcomes
Weather forecasting involves uncertainty. Below are two scenarios representing the range of possible outcomes: the "Boom" scenario shows the worst-case/highest-impact result if conditions align unfavorably, while the "Bust" scenario shows the best-case/lowest-impact result if the forecast doesn't materialize as expected.
The 'Boom' Scenario
If the training of convective elements maximizes along the Muldraugh Escarpment as the NAM suggests, rainfall totals could exceed 5 inches in the Lincoln Trail region, leading to significant flash flooding.
The 'Bust' Scenario
If the moisture axis shifts more rapidly or the dynamics remain largely stratiform as per the Euro, rainfall will be a manageable 0.75 to 1.25 inches statewide with minimal flooding impact.
Model Disagreements
When models disagree, a call must be made to determine the most likely outcome. This decision is based on a combination of factors including model performance, historical data, and the models general accounting of each climatic region of Kentucky.
The Northern Deluge Dispute
The GFS is an extreme outlier for Northern Kentucky, forecasting over 5.8 inches of rain based on a massive localized vorticity spike, while the NAM and Euro suggest totals well under 1 inch.
Why BLEND Wins
The GFS vorticity value (452e-6) appears to be a model artifact or 'smear' effect. However, the presence of the stalled boundary warrants a higher total than the NAM/Euro baseline, leading to a blended consensus.
The Escarpment Enhancement
The NAM identifies significant topographic lift along the Muldraugh Escarpment, generating a 4-inch bullseye in Central Kentucky, whereas the global models distribute rain more evenly.
Why NAM Wins
NAM's higher resolution historically captures topographic influence and stalled boundary convergence (Muldraugh Escarpment) much better than global models in high-moisture summer setups.
Celestial Almanac
Waxing Crescent
Purchase Area
Northwest Pennyrile
Southwest Pennyrile
Barren River
Louisville Metro
Lincoln Trail
Lake Cumberland
Northern Kentucky
Inner Bluegrass
Bluegrass Foothills
Northeast Kentucky
Southeast Kentucky
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