Washington County, KY

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In effect from Tuesday 07/21 6:25 PM EDT – Tuesday 07/21 10:00 PM EDT

Issued by NWS Louisville KY

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 508 REMAINS VALID UNTIL 10 PM EDT /9 PM CDT/ THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS


Areas Impacted

Counties in Central Kentucky
  • Boyle
  • Casey
  • Garrard
  • Grayson
  • Green
  • Hardin
  • Hart
  • Larue
  • Lincoln
  • Madison
  • Marion
  • Mercer
  • Nelson
  • Ohio
  • Taylor
  • Washington
Counties in South Central Kentucky
  • Adair
  • Allen
  • Barren
  • Butler
  • Clinton
  • Cumberland
  • Edmonson
  • Logan
  • Metcalfe
  • Monroe
  • Russell
  • Simpson
  • Warren
Including these cities
  • Aberdeen
  • Albany
  • Allendale
  • Alvaton
  • Amandaville
  • Argyle
  • Athertonville
  • Baizetown
  • Bardstown
  • Beaumont
  • Beaver Dam
  • Beda
  • Berea
  • Black Gnat
  • Bohon
  • Bowling Green
  • Boyce
  • Bryantsville
  • Buckeye
  • Buffalo
  • Burkesville
  • Campbellsville
  • Cane Valley
  • Canmer
  • Cave City
  • Cecilia
  • Clementsville
  • Coburg
  • Columbia
  • Coxs Creek
  • Creelsboro
  • Crocus
  • Cromwell
  • Cumberland City
  • Danville
  • Deatsville
  • Dubre
  • Dunbar
  • Dunnville
  • Edmonton
  • Eighty Eight
  • Elizabethtown
  • Elk Horn
  • Ella
  • Exie
  • Flat Rock
  • Forest Springs
  • Fort Knox
  • Franklin
  • Gascon
  • Glasgow
  • Glens Fork
  • Gradyville
  • Greensburg
  • Halfway
  • Hardyville
  • Harrodsburg
  • Hartford
  • Haywood
  • Hestand
  • Highgrove
  • Hillview
  • Hobson
  • Hodgenville
  • Horse Cave
  • Jabez
  • Jamestown
  • Kessinger
  • Kingston
  • Kirksville
  • Knob Lick
  • Lancaster
  • Lebanon
  • Lecta
  • Leitchfield
  • Liberty
  • Logansport
  • Lowell
  • Lucas
  • Lyons
  • Magnolia
  • Marrowbone
  • Maud
  • Maynard
  • Mccreary
  • Middleburg
  • Middletown
  • Mintonville
  • Morgantown
  • Mud Lick
  • Munfordville
  • New Market
  • Olga
  • Paint Lick
  • Peytonsburg
  • Pierce
  • Plano
  • Prentiss
  • Prices Mill
  • Providence
  • Quality
  • Radcliff
  • Redhouse
  • Rex
  • Richardsville
  • Richmond
  • Rockbridge
  • Rosine
  • Rowland
  • Russell Springs
  • Russellville
  • Salem
  • Saloma
  • Samuels
  • Scottsville
  • Shakertown
  • Springfield
  • Stanford
  • Static
  • Stephensburg
  • Summer Shade
  • Summersville
  • Tompkinsville
  • Uno
  • Valley View
  • Windsor
  • Wisdom
  • Yuma

In effect from Tuesday 07/21 4:45 PM EDT – Tuesday 07/21 7:45 PM EDT

Issued by NWS Louisville KY

What

Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

Where

Jessamine County in central Kentucky... Marion County in central Kentucky... Mercer County in central Kentucky... Washington County in central Kentucky...

When

Until 745 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 445 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 up to 2 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Nicholasville, Harrodsburg, Lebanon, Springfield, Wilmore, Burgin, Loretto, Bradfordsville and Willisburg. - 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

  • Jessamine, KY
  • Marion, KY
  • Mercer, KY
  • Washington, 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.

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. 

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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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