Gov. Beshear encourages Kentuckians to prepare for remnants of Helene

The Governor said to expect the remnants of the hurricane to begin affecting Kentucky Thursday evening into Friday morning – bringing heavy rains, strong winds and the possibility of severe storms, especially across the eastern and southern regions of the state.

The Governor encouraged Kentuckians to have a weather radio on hand. As the commonwealth prepares for heavy rains, it's important to remember the dangers of flooding. The Governor encouraged Kentuckians to:

• Visit floodsmart.gov to see flood risks;
• Have a plan for getting to higher ground quickly;
• Have multiple ways to receive flash flood warnings; and
• Never walk or drive through flooded roadways.