Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency in response to severe weather threat
"We need everyone to be really careful and make sure you have weather alerts on, and are at a location where you can seek safety if needed," said Beshear in a statement.
Another significant round of weather is projected to come through later tonight.
Beshear has activated the Kentucky Emergency Operations Center. Units of the Kentucky National Guard have been placed on standby, and Kentucky Transportation Cabinet crews and officials are also on alert.
Local emergency management leaders across the state have been mobilized to keep residents safe and informed.
Kentuckians are urged to monitor local weather updates and check traffic conditions before traveling by visiting GoKy.ky.gov.
For emergency preparedness tips, residents can visit kyem.ky.gov.
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