Bullitt County, KY

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In effect from Tuesday 07/21 5:34 PM EDT – Tuesday 07/21 8:30 PM EDT

Issued by NWS Louisville KY

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The National Weather Service in Louisville has issued a

* Flash Flood Warning for... South Central Bullitt County in central Kentucky... Southeastern Hardin County in central Kentucky... Larue County in central Kentucky... Marion County in central Kentucky... Southwestern Nelson County in central Kentucky...

* Until 830 PM EDT.

* At 534 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... Lebanon, Hodgenville, Lebanon Junction, New Haven, Loretto, Raywick, New Hope, Gethsemane and Gleanings.

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

  • Bullitt, KY
  • Hardin, KY
  • Larue, KY
  • Marion, KY
  • Nelson, 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.

In effect from Tuesday 07/21 6:57 PM EDT – Tuesday 07/21 10:00 PM EDT

Issued by NWS Louisville KY

What

Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

Where

South Central Clark County in south central Indiana... Southeastern Floyd County in south central Indiana... East Central Harrison County in south central Indiana... Northwestern Bullitt County in central Kentucky... Jefferson County in central Kentucky... Southwestern Oldham County in central Kentucky...

When

Until 1000 PM EDT.

Impacts

Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.

Additional Details

- At 655 PM EDT, local law enforcement reported water rescues earlier this afternoon. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. - Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Louisville, Jeffersontown, St. Matthews, Shively, Lyndon, Middletown, Douglass Hills and Prospect. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to Do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.


Areas Impacted

  • Clark, IN
  • Floyd, IN
  • Harrison, IN
  • Bullitt, KY
  • Jefferson, KY
  • Oldham, KY

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Take immediate action to protect yourself and your home. 

  • If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground. 
  • Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads. 
  • Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams. 
  • If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary. 
  • Do not go into any room where electrical cords or outlets are under water. Stay out of water that may have electricity in it!
  • 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.

In effect from Tuesday 07/21 4:09 PM EDT – Tuesday 07/21 7:15 PM EDT

Issued by NWS Louisville KY

What

Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

Where

Bullitt County in central Kentucky... Hardin County in central Kentucky...

When

Until 715 PM EDT.

Impacts

Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent.

Additional Details

- At 409 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Up to 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... Elizabethtown, Shepherdsville, Pioneer Village, Radcliff, Mount Washington, Hillview, Vine Grove, Lebanon Junction, Hebron Estates and Muldraugh. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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

  • Bullitt, KY
  • Hardin, KY

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flood Advisory is issued when flooding may cause significant inconvenience, or even become dangerous if you are not careful. Know your risk at home, work and school, and use caution when flooding is expected. 

  • Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood. 
  • Check road conditions before traveling, and obey road closures and barricades. 
  • Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters. 
  • Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.

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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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