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Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Climate
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2 earthquakes register in Kentucky in less than 24 hours. Here's where they were felt
A 2.8 magnitude earthquake rumbled in central Kentucky in the early morning hours of May 11, according to a report from the United States Geological Survey, coming a day after a larger earthquake from Tennessee was felt in eastern Kentucky. The latest Kentucky earthquake originated at 3:41 a.m. near the Garrard-Jessamine county line, about 25 miles south of Lexington, according to a USGS report. The rupture was about 18.5 miles deep, which is considered shallow. Reports of weak shaking were submitted from Lexington, Georgetown and cities in Tennessee, Ohio, North Carolina and Georgia. There are no widespread reports of injuries or structural damages from the earthquake. Generally, earthquakes under a 5.4 magnitude are only expected to cause minor damages, according to research from Michigan Technological University. About 18 hours earlier, at 9:04 a.m. May 10, the USGS reported a 4.1 magnitude earthquake had originated near Knoxville, Tennessee. Reports of light shaking were made in several other states, including Kentucky, Alabama, Georgia, Virginia and parts of the Carolinas. The Kentucky Geological Survey previously reported an uptick in seismic activity within the New Madrid Seismic Zone in November and December 2024. The New Madrid zone includes parts of western Kentucky. Normally there are two to four earthquakes with a magnitude of 3.0 or greater within the New Madrid area every year, though the region was impacted by at least three of these earthquakes between Nov. 3 and Dec. 9. A 3.4 magnitude earthquake "rarely" experienced in southeastern Ohio was also felt in Kentucky on Dec. 16. More: Earthquake with 3.3 magnitude strikes Ohio, felt in parts of Kentucky and West Virginia Reports of impacts from the May 11 earthquake in Kentucky can be submitted to the USGS online. Reach reporter Leo Bertucci at lbertucci@ or @leober2chee on X, formerly known as Twitter This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Kentucky earthquakes: 2 register in less than 24 hours. Here's where
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Yahoo
Cherry blossoms are here! Here's where to find them in Louisville, elsewhere in Kentucky
Cherry blossoms are nearing peak bloom, and if you live in Kentucky, you don't have to travel as far Washington D.C. to find them. Yoshino cherry trees, known for their white-and-pink flowers, commonly bloom in late March or early April. In 1912, the U.S. received about 3,000 cherry trees from Japan as a sign of friendship between the two nations. A National Cherry Blossom Festival takes place each year around the District of Columbia's Tidal Basin. Most cherry blossoms in the Washington D.C. area are expected to bloom March 28-31, according to an estimate from the National Parks Service. The peak bloom date is defined as when at least 70% of Yoshino cherry blossom trees are open. Cherry blossoms also maintain a presence in Kentucky. In fact, a recent study found cherry blossom trees were the 10th-most common tree in Louisville Metro Parks, making up about 4% of all recorded trees. With the peak bloom period approaching, four places to visit for cherry blossom viewing in Kentucky include: Cave Hill Cemetery in Louisville Lexington Cemetery Downtown Munfordville (the 2025 Cherry Blossom Festival is set for April 12) Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green Reach reporter Leo Bertucci at lbertucci@ or @leober2chee on X, formerly known as Twitter This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Cherry blossoms: Where to find them in Louisville, Kentucky
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- General
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15 nursing home residents, 1 police officer hospitalized after Bardstown fire
Fifteen residents of a Bardstown nursing home and one police officer have been hospitalized after a fire at the facility Tuesday morning, officials with the Bardstown Fire Department said in a statement. First responders were dispatched to Landmark of Bardstown just after 6:30 a.m. on a report of a structure fire, according to a Facebook post from the fire department. Upon arrival, crews saw flames coming out of a window and found residents were already being evacuated by nursing home staff and police officers. While one crew worked to put out the flames, other firefighters ensured the building was fully evacuated, Bardstown fire officials said in a statement. "Crews had control of the fire within minutes of being on scene and prevented the fire from entering the attic space," the Facebook post read. The 15 residents and police officer sent to area hospitals are receiving treatment for smoke inhalation, fire officials said. Thirty-eight residents who were not injured were taken by school buses to a Landmark facility in Louisville. Bardstown Fire officials believe the fire was caused by an electrical failure of an HVAC unit. Crews from Nelson County Fire and Rescue, and Nelson County EMS also responded to the scene, and first responders from Bullitt, Spencer and Washington counties were also requested, Bardstown Fire officials said. More: What's the forecast in Louisville? Wind advisory begins Tuesday afternoon with incoming storms Reach reporter Leo Bertucci at lbertucci@ or @leober2chee on X, formerly known as Twitter This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Bardstown nursing home fire: 15 residents, 1 police officer hospitalized
Yahoo
23-02-2025
- Climate
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Some River Road restaurants reopening after flooding recedes. Here's what we know
Two Louisville restaurants along River Road reopened Sunday after floodwaters closed off much of the riverfront last week. Meanwhile, other locations are cleaning up after the Ohio River began to recede Thursday in Louisville. Waterfront Park is also dealing with debris and is seeking volunteers to help clean up the mess. The river fell below flood stage Sunday morning and a flood warning for the area was canceled, according to the National Weather Service. River Road remained closed in some areas Sunday, including at Third Street, where barricades blocked vehicles from heading westbound. Here's what we know about reopenings and closures for establishments along Louisville's riverfront: Address: 5700 Captains Quarters Road, Prospect A Facebook post showed clean-up efforts began Saturday at Captain's Quarters. A reopening date has not yet been announced. Address: 3021 River Road, Louisville KingFish's Louisville location reopened Sunday at 11 a.m. Address: 3015 River Road, Louisville River House reopened Sunday at 11 a.m. Address: 3017 River Road, Louisville River Road BBQ closed Feb. 16 because of rising floodwaters and has not yet announced a reopening date. A Facebook post from the restaurant stated it would reopen "as soon as flood waters recede and it's safe." Address: 129 River Road, Louisville Waterfront Park is in a need of a cleanup after Ohio River floodwaters scattered debris along lawns and pathways. Park staff are looking for volunteers to help pick up debris Monday and Tuesday afternoon. Trash bags, disposable gloves and pinchers will be provided, but those offering to help are asked to wear long pants, closed-toed shoes, a mask, and if possible, waterproof gloves. Volunteers should meet at the Blue Parking Lot, 131 River Road, at 1 p.m. Now that floodwaters are receding, Waterfront Park's maintenance team is tasked with clearing garbage from public spaces. Once items washed ashore are removed, landscapers will work to clear fallen branches, trees and mud. "Being in the floodplain is part of what makes Waterfront Park unique," Executive Director Deborah Bilitski wrote in a newsletter Monday. "Unlike a brick-and-mortar entertainment district, our open green spaces are designed to withstand and recover quickly from these natural water fluctuations. While our team does an incredible job restoring the park after each flood event, we appreciate visitors' patience as we get the park back in order." Reach reporter Leo Bertucci at lbertucci@ or @leober2chee on X, formerly known as Twitter This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Louisville flooding on River Road: What to know as restaurants reopen
