Boyle County, KY

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In effect from Tuesday 07/21 5:54 PM EDT – Tuesday 07/21 9:00 PM EDT

Issued by NWS Louisville KY

FFWLMK

The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a

* Flash Flood Warning for... Northern Boyle County in central Kentucky... Central Garrard County in central Kentucky... Southern Mercer County in central Kentucky...

* Until 900 PM EDT.

* At 554 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up 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 indicated.

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... Danville, Harrodsburg, Lancaster, Mccreary, Burgin, Bushtown, Davistown, Little Needmore, Faulconer and Marcellus.

What to Do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Please report flooding to your local law enforcement agency when you can do so safely and have them relay your report to the National Weather Service in Louisville.


Areas Impacted

  • Boyle, KY
  • Garrard, KY
  • Mercer, KY

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flash Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Flash flooding can develop in hours or minutes, so take protective action now.  

  • If you are in a low-lying or flood prone area, move to higher ground immediately.  
  • Stay off bridges over fast-moving water, and away from storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams. 
  • Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads. 
  • If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary. 
  • If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.

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From the Forecaster

Severe Storm Potential Today

Created by the NWS Louisville WFO

A cold front will bring a line of strong to severe thunderstorms to the region this afternoon into the evening. Straight-line winds are the main threat, but flash flooding, tornadoes, and large hail are also possible.

A cold front will bring a line of strong to severe thunderstorms to the region this afternoon into the evening. Straight-line winds are the main threat, but flash flooding, tornadoes, and large hail are also possible.

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