Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 7 at 4:59PM EDT until July 7 at 6:45PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 7, 2026 - 1:59pm
Expires:
July 7, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 459 PM EDT, the public reported thunderstorms producing heavy
rain across the warned area. Between 2.5 and 5 inches of rain have
fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Public reported.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Lexington, Veterans Park, Coletown, Spears, East Hickman, Athens,
Logana, Centerville, Union Mills and Locust Grove.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Stay away or be swept away. River banks and culverts can become
unstable and unsafe.
Area Description:
Clark, KY; Fayette, KY; Jessamine, KY; Madison, KY
Forcast Office:
NWS Louisville KY
Sender: