HARDIN, KY; Nelson, KY — ...Forecast flooding changed from Minor to Moderate severity for the following rivers in Kentucky...
Rolling Fork River near Boston affecting Hardin and Nelson Counties.
.Heavy rain from the past few days will cause the river to rise.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Rolling Fork River near Boston.
* WHEN...Until late Wednesday morning.
* IMPACTS...At 35.0 feet, Agricultural bottomland is covered. At 40.0 feet, Water begins to cross low spot
Flooding in Hardin, KY; Nelson, KY can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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