Kentucky confirms 15 weather-related deaths since last weekend

Republished from Kentucky Lantern

How to help and get help in the midst of Kentucky flooding, winter storm

A death in Livingston County brings to 15 the number of people who have died in Kentucky from weather-related causes since torrential rains brought statewide flooding last weekend, Gov. Andy Beshear said Thursday. 

Almost 200 roads in Kentucky remain closed because of hazardous conditions, the Transportation Cabinet reports. 

Immediate needs can be reported at KYEM.KY.gov or by calling (502) 607-6665. 

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