BUTLER, KY; Muhlenberg, KY; Ohio, KY — ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Kentucky...
Green River at Rochester affecting Butler, Ohio and Muhlenberg Counties.
.Heavy rain from the past few days and will cause the river to rise. Additional rises will be seen on the river due to releases at Nolin River Lake.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Green River at Rochester.
* WHEN...For Thursday morning.
* IMPACTS...At 34.0 feet, Rochester Ferry stops operation. At 37.0 feet, Reeds and Rochester F
Flooding in Butler, KY; Muhlenberg, KY; Ohio, 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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