Shelby County, KY
Alerts
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In effect from Tuesday 07/21 4:11 PM EDT – Wednesday 07/22 12:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Louisville KY
What
Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
Where
Portions of east central, north central, and south central Kentucky, including the following areas, in east central Kentucky, Anderson, Bourbon, Boyle, Clark KY, Fayette, Franklin, Garrard, Harrison KY, Jessamine, Madison, Mercer, Nicholas, Scott KY and Woodford. In north central Kentucky, Henry, Larue, Nelson, Shelby, Spencer and Washington KY. In south central Kentucky, Adair, Allen, Barren, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, Hart, Lincoln, Marion, Metcalfe, Monroe, Russell and Taylor.
When
Until midnight EDT /11 PM CDT/ tonight.
Impacts
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Extensive street flooding and flooding of creeks and rivers are possible.
Additional Details
- Heavy rainfall from thunderstorms ahead of an approaching cold front could lead to isolated flooding and drainage issues. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Areas Impacted
- Henry
- Shelby
- Franklin
- Scott
- Harrison
- Spencer
- Anderson
- Woodford
- Fayette
- Bourbon
- Nicholas
- Nelson
- Washington
- Mercer
- Jessamine
- Clark
- Larue
- Marion
- Boyle
- Garrard
- Madison
- Hart
- Green
- Taylor
- Casey
- Lincoln
- Allen
- Barren
- Monroe
- Metcalfe
- Adair
- Russell
- Cumberland
- Clinton
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property.
- Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood.
- Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan.
- Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.
If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening.
- 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 your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
Briefing
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.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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