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Kentucky’s flooding death toll rises to 24
Gov. Andy Beshear also said Johnson County has been added to those approved for federal Individual and Public Assistance.
Death of Floyd County man pushes Kentucky flooding death toll to 24
The commonwealth had gone nearly a week without an increase in the death toll from recent flooding prior to Monday's announcement. Beshear announced a Graves County man died from floodwaters last week, making the total 23.
Another death reported from severe weather in Kentucky last month, raising toll to 24
The death toll from last month’s severe weather has increased to 24, after Gov. Andy Beshear reported a new death Monday afternoon. The latest fatality was a man from Floyd County. Beshear said he died in flooding that swept across much of the state beginning February 15.
Beshear confirms 24 severe weather deaths in Kentucky
Andy Beshear confirmed another severe-weather-related death Monday, bringing the death toll to 24. The Floyd County man’s death was floodwater-related, according to Beshear. State leaders said clean-up efforts continue.
Kentucky flooding and cold weather death toll rises to 22; FEMA to tour damage
Meanwhile, Kentucky, Gov. Andy Beshear said that state officials are still waiting for approval of an expedited major disaster declaration.
Governor: Death toll increases to 24 from severe weather
The death toll has increased to 24 from the recent flooding, snow and cold weather, Gov. Andy Beshear announced on social media Monday. The governor announced that the latest death was a man from Floyd County.
How will Kentucky pay for flood recovery? Beshear asks legislature to commit more money
Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear is asking the Republican-controlled legislature to commit funding toward flood recovery. Here's ...
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FEMA officer discusses agency’s ongoing response to Kentucky flooding
The official major disaster declaration was made a week ago on Monday, meaning the presence of FEMA is expected in the long ...
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As flooding costs swell, Kentucky lawmakers may create a panel dedicated to increasingly severe weather
The General Assembly is being asked to consider providing additional funding to support the ongoing disaster response and ...
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Trigg County Addresses Road Conditions Post-Flood
Trigg County Road Supervisor Brandon Calhoun shared updates Monday night with magistrates about the impact of recent winter ...
Noem: FEMA committed to flood relief in Kentucky despite questions about agency's future
Gov. Andy Beshear said recovery efforts for recent floods will cost "hundreds of millions." FEMA head Kristi Noem got an ...
After deadly flooding, how can Kentucky Republicans deny climate change? | Letter
Kentucky lawmakers are promoting legislation, lawsuits and government actions that undermine efforts to address climate ...
Eastern Kentucky counties approved for Disaster SNAP benefits
Kentucky residents in 14 flood-affected counties — including Johnson, Floyd, Martin and Pike — are now eligible to receive Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.
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APPALACHIA RISING ABOVE: A flood relief telethon and concert
Co-hosts Halfway to Hazard and three-time UFC Champion and UFC Hall of Fame member Rich ‘Ace’ Franklin will join WYMT’s Steve Hensley and Tanner Hesterberg at the Mountain Arts Center in Prestonsburg ...
Journalism, Sovereignty, Flood Zone advance on Road to Kentucky Derby
Journalism, Sovereignty and Flood Zone all moved well along on the Road to the Kentucky Derby with weekend victories.
State officials pledge support for flood victims in Pike County, Kentucky
PIKE COUNTY, Ky. (WCHS) — State and federal officials continue to assess damage from February’s flooding and those in eastern Kentucky impacted by severe winter weather face a long road to recovery.