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Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued February 20 at 2:28PM EST until February 21 at 4:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
...The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a Flood Advisory for the following rivers in Kentucky... Kentucky River at Heidelberg affecting Lee County.
WHAT Elevated river levels caused by excessive rainfall are expected.
WHERE Kentucky River at Heidelberg.
WHEN From this afternoon to Saturday afternoon. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1:45 PM EST Friday the stage was 16.1 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 16.6 feet just after midnight tonight. The river will continue to run high through Saturday afternoon. - Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
If you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and find an alternative route. The next statement will be issued late tonight at 500 AM EST.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued February 20 at 3:34PM EST until February 22 at 5:00AM EST by NWS Jackson KY
...The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a Flood Advisory for the following rivers in Kentucky... Kentucky River near Ravenna affecting Estill County.
WHAT Elevated river levels caused by excessive rainfall are expected.
WHERE Kentucky River near Ravenna.
WHEN From this afternoon to early Sunday morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 3:20 PM EST Friday the stage was 17.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 18.1 feet early Saturday morning. The river will continue to run high through late Saturday night. - Flood stage is 21.0 feet.
If you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and find an alternative route. The next statement will be issued Saturday morning at 600 AM EST.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued February 21 at 4:40AM EST until February 22 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Jackson KY
...The Flood Advisory is extended for the following rivers in Kentucky... Kentucky River near Ravenna affecting Estill County. Kentucky River at Heidelberg affecting Lee County.
WHAT Elevated river levels caused by excessive rainfall continue.
WHERE Kentucky River near Ravenna.
WHEN Until Sunday morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 4:20 AM EST Saturday the stage was 17.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 17.7 feet this morning. - Flood stage is 21.0 feet.
If you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and find an alternative route. The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 445 PM EST.
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued February 21 at 4:40AM EST until February 21 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
...The Flood Advisory is extended for the following rivers in Kentucky... Kentucky River near Ravenna affecting Estill County. Kentucky River at Heidelberg affecting Lee County.
WHAT Elevated river levels caused by excessive rainfall continue.
WHERE Kentucky River at Heidelberg.
WHEN Until this evening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 3:45 AM EST Saturday the stage was 16.4 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 11.6 feet by Wednesday evening. - Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
If you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and find an alternative route. The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 445 PM EST.
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 21 at 1:42PM EST until February 23 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
WHAT Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches. Higher accumulations to 5 inches possible over the higher terrain near the Virginia border.
WHERE Portions of northeast and southeast Kentucky.
WHEN From 11 AM Sunday to 6 PM EST Monday.
IMPACTS Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusts of 15 to 25 mph combined with falling snow may cause sudden visibility reductions during the daytime hours Sunday and Monday.
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for Kentucky can be found by visiting https://goky.ky.gov.
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued February 21 at 1:58PM EST by NWS Jackson KY
Light snow accumulations are expected at times from late Sunday morning through Monday afternoon. Wind gusts of 15 to 25 mph combined with the falling snow may produce sudden sharp visibility reductions, especially during the daytime hours Sunday and Monday. Total snow accumulations of one-half to around 1 inch are expected, with locally higher amounts possible. Temperatures during this time will range from the 20s to the lower 30s, so minor impacts to travel are possible.
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued February 21 at 4:31PM EST by NWS Louisville KY
An upper level weather disturbance will move across the region this afternoon and evening. Areas of light precipitation in the form of light rain, light sleet, and/or snow flurries will be possible across the area. Temperatures are expected to remain well above freezing, so no travel impacts are expected with this activity.
A Chilly Front Brings Light Rain and Falling Temperatures
"A moisture-starved cold front will sweep across Kentucky on Saturday, bringing scattered light rain showers and drizzle followed by a sharp drop in temperatures. Most precipitation will remain liquid, though a few flurries could mix in very late as moisture exits."