Richmond Under Water Emergency

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 27, 2026 · 1m

Richmond, Kentucky is in crisis as torrential rains trigger flash flooding, prompting Mayor Robert Blythe to declare a state of emergency. All city departments are on high alert, activating emergency protocols to safeguard lives and infrastructure, with authority to take any necessary action. The mayor is urgently seeking support from state and federal agencies, even exploring emergency procurement rules to speed up response. Residents are being urged to stay away from flooded areas, heed evacuation orders, and monitor official updates — as Richmond mobilizes to weather the storm and protect…