Traffic undeterred drove through floodwaters that lapped over Highway 31E in New Haven, Kentucky. The water was expected to crest Tuesday. Feb. 17, 2025
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(Frankfort, KY) – The death toll continues to rise in Kentucky and other areas around the southeastern states of the US, after devastating flooding following recent storms. In the Commonwealth of Kentucky, at least 12 people have died — according to the latest from Governor Andy Beshear. That’s in addition to one person killed near Atlanta, Georgia, and in West Virginia.
While the worst of that destruction is in those regions, a person was also killed when a tree came down amid strong winds in Philadelphia. And trees came down across New York City on President’s Day as well.
But as the flood cleanup continues in Kentucky, the region is also bracing for more snowfall. Dozens of rescues were conducted on Saturday — and in total more than 1,000 people have been rescued. Officials say the Ohio River’s current water level is not overly concerning, but some roads are still closed due to floodwaters. And boil water advisories are in effect for several counties.
Efforts are ongoing around the clock to restore power.
